Orthodontic treatment can be an exciting time in your life. Braces and aligners are designed to straighten your teeth and correct misalignment, they also require careful maintenance and attention to ensure they are doing their job smoothly and effectively. Our office has some helpful tips and tricks for you if you are undergoing orthodontic treatment with braces or aligners (or... read more »
October doesn't just ring in the spooky fall season but also the possibility for better oral health! October is important to our team because it's Orthodontic Health Month. At Igel Orthodontics in Omaha, Nebraska, we love straightening teeth to help our patients get the look, functionality and easier daily oral hygiene care they desire from getting their pearly whites in... read more »
Are you considering orthodontics to get your teen's teeth straightened and their bite properly aligned? Do you have questions about whether Invisalign® would even make a good option for your teen? There are some great benefits to using Invisalign orthodontics! Invisalign Teen Benefits Nearly invisible: One of the biggest benefits of clear plastic aligners instead of braces with brackets and... read more »
When you are wanting to achieve a straighter smile, both Invisalign® and braces can do the job beautifully; whether you are fixing crooked teeth, an abnormal bite or jaws that are misaligned. To make this possible, you will want to take good daily care of your teeth and gums and make sure you follow ALL instructions given by our orthodontic... read more »
Straightening teeth using orthodontics is one of the best ways to create a healthier smile overall. Wearing Invisalign® clear aligners can give you an aligned bite that can keep teeth healthy and strong. Crooked teeth are way harder to brush and floss thoroughly, making them easy targets for tooth decay, cavities, gingivitis and periodontal disease. Maintaining a strong oral hygiene... read more »
When it comes to straightening your teeth, there are alternatives to braces that can do the job much more discreetly and minimally invasively. At Igel Orthodontics located in Omaha, Nebraska, we invite you to check out why we prefer using Invisalign® to help you achieve the aligned smile you desire. Barely visible: While clear orthodontic brackets are less visible today... read more »
Are you looking to straighten your teeth without braces? You can, with the help of Invisalign® aligners. These clear aligners gradually shift your teeth into the beautiful, healthy smile you have always wanted so you can smile with confidence. Here are some tips on how you can best care for your Invisalign clear aligners. Clean after Meals: Remove your aligners... read more »
When you wear Invisalign® aligners to straighten your teeth, you may start to see results within the first few weeks, which can be encouraging! However, bear in mind that the average treatment time with the Invisalign system is from 12 to 18 months. To successfully complete your treatment with this orthodontic system takes self-discipline on your part. If you don't... read more »
When wearing braces, you want to treat them carefully so they can do their job without damaging the wires or brackets by the things you eat. That's why we give our braces-wearing patients a list of what is safe to consume and what is not. When you first get your braces, it takes about a week before you can eat... read more »
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