by PMRBales | Aug 21, 2017 | Orthodontics
The Difference between an Orthodontist and a Dentist Your mouth is the gateway to your overall health and in an effort to maintain healthy teeth and gums, you’d be right to book an appointment for a check-up and cleaning with your dentist. For specific issues with...
by PMRBales | Jun 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
We at Bales Orthodontics are often asked if clear braces stain. Braces come in all types of shapes, colors and sizes. The bracket simply acts as a handle so that we can hold onto the tooth and move it into the desired position using the arch...
by PMRBales | May 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
Will Dental Insurance help cover the cost for Invisalign treatment?At Dr Bales office we are asked this question quite often. People mistakenly belive that Invisalign is only for cosmetic purposes, so their insurance compainies will not pay up. This...
by PMRBales | Dec 7, 2012 | Uncategorized
True or False: Braces cause gingival inflammation or “puffy gums”The answer is FalseWe at Bales Orthodontics are often asked this question. The gingival or gum tissue does not simply “puff up” automatically because braces are...
by PMRBales | Aug 17, 2012 | Uncategorized
How long will my braces be on? Do you know when I’ll be finished with Orthodontic treatment? When do I get my retainers?When do I get my braces off?These are common questions we hear almost every day in the Orthodontic office. During our...