Hey guys, it's Dr. Webster and I'm here to answer a question I frequently get, probably daily. It's a great question and the question is, “Why do orthodontists these days treat patients in two phases as opposed to before when it was usually just one phase?”

The Invisalign system of teeth straightening provides a popular alternative to the wires and brackets of conventional braces. Youngsters and adults alike enjoy the benefits of Invisalign aligners, including greater comfort than old-style braces.

If you are a teen that has braces now or have been told by your dentist that you could benefit from orthodontic treatment, you are not alone. According to the American Association of Orthodontics, teenagers between the ages of 12 and 17 make up more than half of the two-million orthodontic cases in the U.S. each year. Even though braces are somewhat of a routine right of passage to adolescent health, it's common to have some mild discomfort while you adjust to life with braces.

The cutting-edge Invisalign system has taken teeth straightening treatment to a new level and is constantly striving to add new technological innovations to further benefit orthodontic patients of all ages.

Invisalign provides highly effective orthodontic treatment for adults as well as children and teens. This is why it’s become the orthodontic treatment of choice for many adults in the U.S. who’ve discovered that Invisalign holds multiple advantages over traditional braces.

Has your child been referred to an orthodontist at an early age and it has left you wondering why? There are multiple reasons why it is important to visit an orthodontist when your kids are young. Orthodontists recommend kids as young as 6 years old to have an evaluation. An evaluation helps determine if your child needs early intervention or if they need to watch their development and growth, which helps them determine what type of treatment they may need and when in the long run.

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment for yourself or your kids, you’ve probably heard about the hi-tech Invisalign system.

Here at Webster Orthodontics, we love nothing more than seeing someone successfully complete treatment with Invisalign. As the end of your orthodontic treatment draws to a close, you’re probably really excited to see the final outcome and to begin enjoying your lovely new smile. After your dedication to successfully completing treatment, you will want to ensure that the results of the treatment last for life. To do this, you must follow Dr. Rich Webster’s instructions on caring for your new smile.

Choosing an orthodontist is quite a big decision, after all, you or your child will most likely need to see them multiple times or even for several years. After treatment is complete, you will still need to continue to see your orthodontist periodically because you must wear retainers to make sure your teeth don’t shift position once straightened, so it is very much a long-term relationship. It is essential to choose an orthodontist you trust to look after your dental health and who will provide you with the very best and most advanced teeth straightening solutions.

Nowadays, it is increasingly common for adults to wear braces although often these braces are nearly invisible. In fact, some of your friends or relatives may have already received adult orthodontic treatment, and perhaps you have noticed some people’s smiles look a little more perfect than you remember?