Before starting orthodontic treatment, you are probably wondering “will my braces interfere with sports”? The answer is NO! Almost all of our patients are involved in some sort of activity whether it be a sport, playing an instrument, singing, acting, etc....
We are often asked, at Smiles Hollywood Orthodontics, what is the Best Age to visit an orthodontist? That’s such an awesome question! The answer in short is any time you want to come see us! We see patients starting around age 7 up to 99 years old! There are so many...
At Smiles Hollywood Orthodontics, we want each patient to really enjoy coming to each of their appointments. You may be wondering How Do I Schedule my Next Appointment? Let’s back up on how to schedule your first appointment with our office. Your first appointment...
Most people have heard of braces that are used to straighten teeth, but… What are braces? Braces are composed of bands, brackets, wires, and rubber bands that apply pressure to your teeth and move the teeth to a straighter position. Braces are used to correct...
Many patients, especially adults, who want to straighten their teeth prefer Invisalign or Clear Active Aligner treatment. At Smiles Hollywood Orthodontics, we have many adults and teenagers who are doing Invisalign or Clear Active Aligner treatment, and their...
If you have never worn braces before, there are usually a lot of questions that patients have about wearing braces. One of those questions is How Can I take care of my teeth while wearing braces? That’s a very important question. At Smiles Hollywood...
A very common question that we hear at Smiles Hollywood Orthodontics, is If I have braces, do I still need to go to the dentist? This is a great question and the answer in a nutshell is Yes, you do need to go to the dentist for your regular cleanings. When you have...
At Smiles Hollywood Orthodontics, we are often asked “Can you shop around for braces?” Certainly! Shopping around for braces is a significant decision, one that involves not just your finances but also your oral health and overall well-being. In this extensive...
One of the most common questions that we at Smiles Hollywood Orthodontics hear is Do Braces Hurt? That is a great question and there are a lot of things that go into answering this question. So, let’s start from the day a patient gets their braces on. On the first day...
There are many questions that an orthodontic patient may have when considering braces. One of those questions we are often asked at Smiles Hollywood Orthodontics, is Do I need to brush My Teeth more often, if I have braces? This is an excellent question! There are...
