The Importance of Compliance During Orthodontic Treatment Orthodontic treatment requires dedication and patience, and one of the most important factors in a successful outcome is patient compliance. Whether you’re wearing Invisalign aligners, braces, retainers, or other appliances, how often and for how long you wear them can directly impact the length and success of your treatment. Learn about the vital

Breathing and Orthodontics Many patients and parents are surprised to learn about the benefits of orthodontic treatment extending beyond teeth. Orthodontics is not only a way to straighten teeth and adjust your bite. Your orthodontist’s skills can also identify other illnesses, work hand in hand with other treatments administered by your general doctor and adjust your whole facial appearance. In

The Connection between Orthodontics and Speech Improvement Orthodontic treatment is often associated with the correction of crooked teeth and achieving a perfect smile. However, orthodontics offers more than just cosmetic benefits. In fact, orthodontics can also help solve speech problems, which can be quite common among children and adults alike. To learn more about how orthodontics can effectively address speech

Whitening Your Teeth One of the most common questions orthodontists get during braces treatment is whether white spots on the teeth are to be expected when treatment is done. Even if you aren’t in braces, tooth whitening is something dental professionals get asked about frequently. Luckily here are a few options for whitening your teeth and keeping them shiny and

From Teeth to Jaws: Unraveling the Anatomy of Orthodontics The mouth is a bit of a mystery to those of us who haven’t gotten a degree in dentistry or orthodontics. But, if you’re a patient of an orthodontist, there are some terms and parts of your body you may want to become a bit more familiar with. From the jaw

What Should I Ask my Orthodontist Before Braces? Getting braces, or any orthodontic appliance is a daunting life change. At the end of your appointment or evaluation, your orthodontists, such as the experienced team at Dr. W. Gray Grieve Orthodontics, including Dr. Gray Grieve and Dr. Cristina Sola, will ask you if you have any questions, and as a new