Splint Therapy and How It’s Used To Treat TMJ
Our TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, is one of the most critical joints in our body. While primarily thought of for its role in connecting the jaw to our skull, it has a larger importance. In addition to its use in speaking and chewing, it’s also been found to play a role in our posture. Despite […]
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Important Minerals In Your Diet To Support Healthy Teeth
There’s a lot of talk about what our teeth need to be healthy. Most of the time, this talk focuses on foods to avoid, like sugary snacks. Our oral structures are more complicated than we often give them credit for being. This fact is one reason why they require a full range of vitamins and […]
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Discover If You Should Be Flossing Before Your Brush
No one needs to tell you how important it is to practice good oral hygiene. The results of keeping to a steady routine are fewer cavities and less gum disease. These benefits aren’t the end of the good news, though! A steady oral hygiene routine will keep your teeth white and your breath smelling fresh. […]
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Discovering The Risks Posed To Your Oral Health By Vitamin D Deficiency
If you remember anything from the countless dairy commercials you’ve seen throughout your life, you know that it’s essential to get enough Vitamin D. In addition to milk, it’s possible to get this vital nutrient from eggs, fish, red meat, and a variety of vegetables. Not getting enough of this crucial nutrient can lead to […]
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The Interrelation of Our Oral Health And Respiratory Concerns Like Asthma
Out of all people in the United States, nearly 10% of them suffer from one degree of asthma or another. The experience of each of those affected may vary, but the overall struggles involved with living with this condition are similar. Complications from living with asthma can make it difficult to perform well in school, […]
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How Orthodontic Bonding Adhesive Can Protect Against Decay
Dental bonding is an essential part of installing braces, aligners, and other retainers used to straighten teeth for orthodontists. Bonding works to use dental materials to adhere to the tooth’s surface and then cure those materials to harden them and strengthen them for treatment. Bonding procedures, however, aren’t just used for braces – they are […]
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Protecting Your Teeth And Gums With Five Critical Nutrients
Keeping up the amount of Vitamin D and calcium we get as part of our daily nutrients is considered an important part of developing healthy teeth and bones. What if we told you that it doesn’t stop there, though? While these two nutrients do represent the most frequently cited things that are important for good […]
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How To Be an Eco-Hero While Brushing Your Teeth Everyday
If you’re like most smile-conscious Americans, you make sure to brush your teeth twice a day, floss, and give a swish with mouthwash to keep your pearly whites sparkling. If you’re also one of the growing numbers of people who want to make sure they leave a better planet for coming generations, then finding a […]
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How Alzheimer’s Disease Impacts Patient’s Oral Health
Alzheimer’s disease most often impacts them in traumatic ways for many families, causing irreversible side effects that form great distress among loved ones. The impact of this disease needs more awareness to help foster understanding and compassion. On the medical side of this condition, physicians, researchers, and specialists all need to work together to foster […]
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How Drinking Coffee May Prevent Cavities
Coffee has made its way into many people’s hearts (and stomachs!) as one of the most satisfying drinks that we run on. But for many people, who on average consume about two cups of coffee a day, this delicious and bitter drink has been heavily contributed to numerous oral health problems, including discoloration and even […]
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The Potential Risk of Cavities From Black Mold
Plaque accumulation, medication use, and poor oral hygiene are often the main reasons why people develop cavities. Cavities are a reoccurring factor that, according to the ADA, over 90% of people have had at least once in their lives. Because cavities continue to be a consistent issue for dentists to overcome, many times, the more obscure […]
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How To Make Your Dental Hygiene Routine Sustainable
In every part of our daily hygiene routine, you can find plastic, and it’s become increasingly clear that plastic is terrible for our environment. From the packaging for the toothbrushes to the tubes used for our toothpaste, plastic is everywhere. Mouthwash and floss containers just add to the problem, making dental hygiene a major contributor […]
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When Will Cavities Become a Thing of The Past?
Orthodontists are known to work on the alignment of teeth and specialize in this form of dentistry to prevent cavity development. Cavity prevention is a universal standard that the dentistry field constantly invests in, and this concept has become our primary goal for helping patients receive better oral health treatment. Cavities have mostly been controlled, […]
Continue Reading...How Your Oral Hygiene Routine May Be Hurting The Environment
Environmental awareness has been an increasing trend over the past few decades, with more and more people becoming aware of just how serious our impact on the planet can be. From oil spills to mountains of plastic waste ending up in rivers, landfills, and the ocean, humans have a dramatic impact. While many of us […]
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Causes Of Protruding Teeth And The Associated Dental Risks
Many patients who live with protruding teeth avoid orthodontic treatment believing that it’s only an aesthetic concern, but the issues related conditions can create go beyond the aesthetic. Overbite and other conditions resulting in protruding teeth have been associated with higher instances of dental trauma, especially among younger patients. Conditions involving protruding teeth affect 85% […]
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How Nickel, Copper, and Cobalt Changing Braces
Traditional metal braces and orthodontics have been an ever-evolving concept since the 18th century; At the same time, many ancient civilizations worked with fiber and tooth extractions, the concept of changing the palette and tooth alignment over time became a revolutionary idea that has made today’s orthodontics highly advanced, painless, and successful. New metals such […]
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Do Wisdom Teeth Affect Your Oral Health?
Wisdom teeth are a unique aspect of our dental anatomy. Originally wisdom teeth are believed to be an evolutionary answer to our ancestors’ strict diet, who chewed stiff leaves, roots, and nuts. Nowadays, our diets consist of softer foods high in energy, and today, these teeth have become an unnecessary evolutionary addition to our teeth. […]
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How Nickel, Copper, and Cobalt are Changing Braces
Traditional metal braces and orthodontics have been an ever-evolving concept since the 18th century; At the same time, many ancient civilizations worked with fiber and tooth extractions, the concept of changing the palette and tooth alignment over time became a revolutionary idea that has made today’s orthodontics highly advanced, painless, and successful. New metals such […]
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DIY Braces: How This Fad Can Hurt Your Teeth
No matter where you go these days, you can find life-hacks and Do-it-Yourself instructions for just about anything. While this makes sense when you’re looking to make a new soap holder for your bathroom, most of us would stop short at DIY medical care. In spite of this, there has been a rising tide of […]
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7 Common Types of Malocclusion that Your Orthodontist Can Fix
Although most people recognize orthodontic treatment for its ability to straighten crooked teeth, another main aspect pertains to properly aligning the bite. In orthodontics, the phrase “bite” is used to describe the way your top teeth come together with your bottom teeth. When your top and bottom teeth do not come together correctly, this is […]
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How to Clean Your Retainer
After undergoing active orthodontic treatment, you will need to wear a retainer to keep your new smile perfectly in place. This is the case no matter what method you used to straighten your teeth and it is required after both traditional metal braces and clear aligners. When you complete active orthodontic treatment, it is not […]
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How Your Orthodontist Fixes a Crossbite
Did you know that the way your bite is aligned can cause your teeth to be crooked? In fact, this is called malocclusion and there are different types that can affect the position of your teeth. For this reason, orthodontic treatment is not only designed to straighten your teeth, but to align your bite as […]
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What You Need to Know About Protruding Teeth
One common problem that orthodontists often see are teeth that stick out too far from the mouth.These protruding teeth, also sometimes referred to as buck teeth, can negatively affect the appearance and function of the teeth and jaw, depending on their severity. Some cases may be hardly noticeable, while others may be so severe that […]
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How to Prevent Stains from Braces
Caring for your teeth during orthodontic treatment is slightly different than how you would normally care for your teeth. This is especially true if you are undergoing orthodontic treatment with metal or ceramic braces. Not only is it important to practice good oral hygiene as a way of preventing gum disease and tooth decay during […]
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What to Eat & What Not to Eat with Braces
If you have just had metal braces applied to your teeth, you may be wondering what your diet will look like for the duration of your orthodontic treatment. While there are some dietary restrictions associated with metal braces, the good news is you will still be able to eat most foods. However, you can expect […]
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Common Orthodontic Appliances
Did you know that your orthodontist has an entire arsenal of orthodontic appliances to help straighten your teeth? Most people are of course familiar with clear aligners and metal braces, however these are not the only appliances your orthodontist can use to straighten your teeth and align your bite. In fact, there are cases when […]
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The Many Oral Health Benefits of Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatment will transform your smile so that your teeth and bite are perfectly aligned. While you may think that the visual aesthetics of a straight smile are the primary benefit of orthodontics, there are various other benefits that you may not realize. In addition to properly aligning your teeth and bite, orthodontic treatment can […]
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COVID-19 Protocols
Everyone here at Massih Ortho is pleased to announce that we are finally able to reopen our doors! However, things are going to be a bit different for a while so that we can guarantee the safest experience for all of our patients and staff. Here is what you should expect as we slowly make […]
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How Braces are Applied
If your orthodontist has recommended traditional metal braces to align your teeth and bite, you may be wondering what you should expect. After all, you will be wearing your braces for the next year or so, which can make you wonder how exactly these things are supposed to stick to your teeth for that long. […]
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What Are Interarch Rubber Bands?
Orthodontists have a variety of appliances that they can use to straighten your teeth and align your bite. Two of the most popular orthodontic appliances are fixed metal braces and removable clear aligners. However, sometimes these appliances may need a little extra help to obtain the desired results. In the case of Invisalign, this additional […]
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