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5 Sports Where Invisalign or Clear Aligners Are Always Better Than BracesWhy Braces Can Be Dangerous in High-Impact Sports• Dr. Amanda strongly advises against braces for athletes in certain sports due to safety concerns.• Fixed metal appliances (brackets, bands, wires) can cause serious mouth injuries if there’s facial impact.• Braces also create unpredictable movements and […]
Every patient’s case is different, and with this thought in mind, knowing about the different features of each aligner company’s services can be incredibly helpful. Fortunately, we’ve outlined some of the key things you need to know about when you should be using each different aligner company or product type to help inform your decision.How […]
Power chains work with the goal in mind of closing gaps and speeding up the alignment of teeth. For patients with braces, power chains are typically involved toward the end of treatment. In this article, we will discuss how often you should change a power chain when you’re in the level and align stage. When […]
When it comes to orthodontic treatment, selecting a dental power chain is crucial in achieving desired results. A power chain is an orthodontic accessory to close gaps between teeth, maintain space, or align teeth. It consists of a series of elastic links connected together in a continuous chain. Power chains come in different types, including […]
Why Straight Smile Solutions Doesn’t Cover Wire Bending Have you ever noticed that Straight Smile Solutions doesn’t usually cover wire bending topics? While we do have a single video on wire bending, it’s not something we cover regularly – and the simple reason behind this is that it’s just not a necessary skill. Indeed, you […]
There are plenty of reasons why your office may not have a CBCT, whether it is because you don’t have the space or don’t want to have the responsibility that comes with taking them. Even though it can be nice to have a CBCT, we always recommend that you outsource their reading to more experienced […]
What Makes Circumferential Hawleys So Great? When it comes to orthodontics, ensuring you’ve got the most effective treatment plans in place is hugely important – and dentist consultants need to understand the different solutions that might help. Fortunately, we’ve outlined some of the key things you should know about circumferential hawleys as follows to help […]
Invisalign with CBCT and Palatal Fenestration: How Accurate is the AI? Orthodontic treatments have been revolutionized in recent years by combining advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI). One such advancement is the integration of Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) imaging and palatal fenestration in the Invisalign treatment process. This innovative approach aims to enhance the […]
As an orthodontic consultant, making sure you’ve come up with the most effective treatment plan that matches your patients’ expectations is hugely important. This is something that we here at Straight Smile Solutions LLC understand better than most – and so we’ve summarized some of the key things you should stress about comprehensive treatment plans […]
Have you ever wondered whether you’re making common mistakes in your dentist consultations? In many cases, determining the optimal treatment plan for your patients can seem tricky since there’s a lot that you’ll need to consider. However, getting bracket placement right shouldn’t be an impossible task, which is why our experts are on hand to […]
