Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means that colder temperatures are soon to follow. Believe it or not, frigid air can negatively affect your mouth and overall oral health. This means that you need to practice extra care to ensure that you stay as healthy as possible as you make your way into the… Read more »
This is a trick question, because the best age to get braces is at the age when you need them. Many times, a family dentist will notice issues with the way a youngster’s teeth or jaw are developing and make a referral to a caring family orthodontist in Fort Worth, TX. If orthodontic intervention begins… Read more »
DIY is an acronym for “do it yourself.” We are living in a time where video tutorials, owners manuals, and supplies can be ordered online. With everything at our fingertips, it can be tempting to try to skip the middle man. Why bother going to the orthodontist if you can do everything yourself? This kind… Read more »
When your teeth are properly aligned, your mouth functions better. When your have crooked teeth, your smile’s appearance is not the only thing that suffers. Straightening your crooked teeth can help improve your oral health as well as improving your smile’s appearance. Let’s test your knowledge of crooked teeth and the consequences of not correcting… Read more »
The reasons to undergo orthodontic treatment go beyond updating your appearance. Straightening your teeth can lead to a reduced risk for problems like gum disease and tooth decay. You may be concerned that you missed your window by not having your teeth straightened as a child or teen. However, what you should know is that in most… Read more »
If you have never had braces, or if you had braces as a child, and need to correct shifting of teeth that occurred after your adjustment, you may be unsure of what to expect when you receive them. If this is the first time you have been to the orthodontist, you will obviously have less… Read more »
Thanks to advances in orthodontic technology, your idea of how teeth are straightened may not match up to current practices. If you or a family member have crooked teeth that need to be addressed, the process may not be what you expect. Developments have allowed for more advanced methods of examining your teeth, and more… Read more »
There was a time when taking an impression of a person’s teeth meant having them bite into a mold. The mold could often feel uncomfortable, and messy. With iTero Digital Scanners, your dentist can perform a digital scan of your bite, which yields an accurate impression without the mess. Instead of taking an impression with… Read more »
Bracket-and-wire braces are probably the most familiar, and recognizable, orthodontic treatment. However, many people now correct their crooked teeth without the use of braces, instead opting to use aligners to reposition their teeth. Each method is capable of moving your teeth into proper alignment. Invisalign aligners are discreet, and because they are removable, they are less… Read more »
Did you know there are different types of crooked teeth? Occlusion refers to the manner in which your upper and lower teeth fit in relation to each other. A healthy mouth with proper occlusion contains teeth that meet their opposites when your mouth is closed for optimal function and balance. Malocclusion refers to a disturbance… Read more »
At Lake Country Orthodontics, our goal is to provide exceptional, technologically advanced dental and orthodontic care to patients of all ages. To learn more, or to schedule your free consultation, call our office today at (817) 236-7846. Located in Ft. Worth, TX, our office proudly serves patients who live in White Settlement, North Ft. Worth, Springtown, Rome, Haslet, Azle, Saginaw, and all surrounding communities.
With Invisalign® clear aligners, you not only enjoy a straighter smile, but also the confidence of knowing that no one will notice your aligners unless you want them to.
Our array of advanced technology propels everything from advanced imaging and diagnostics to highly precise digital treatment planning for optimal results.
Our children's orthodontic services include early interceptive braces that help make it easier to maintain a straighter, healthier smile as your child grows older.
