Elara Orthodontics Blogs
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Maintaining Your Invisalign Aligners: Tips for Keeping Your Smile on Track
When you decide to get Invisalign in Richmond or Houston Heights, you're starting an exciting journey that will help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile. With the help of our Houston Heights Invisalign specialist or Richmond orthodontic services, you can get the perfect treatment plan to reach your smile goals....
What type of braces are best for kids?
Choosing the right type of kids braces requires careful consideration of your child's age, their orthodontic needs, your budget, insurance coverage, treatment duration and any underlying care your child may need before starting treatment. Back in the day, braces were much bulkier and invasive than they are today. Modern types...
Elara Orthodontics Crowned Best of the Best 2024: What Sets Us Apart in Richmond and Houston Heights
Elara Orthodontics Crowned Best of the Best 2024: What Sets Us Apart in Richmond and Houston Heights The Houston Chronicle Best of the Best 2024 award went to Elara Orthodontics, which means our clients believe we have the best orthodontic practice in Houston. In order to win this award, we...
How to Tell If Your Child’s Jaw is Developing Properly
As an infant grows, their facial structures, including the jaw will begin to undergo numerous changes. Correct child jaw development is vital for the overall health, function, and appearance of the little one’s face. As a new parent, you need to learn of the factors involved in guiding the development...
How to Care for Your Braces: A Step-by-Step Daily Routine
If you wear braces, it's important to include braces care in your everyday life. If you maintain your braces carefully, you'll be ensuring effective oral hygiene and treatment success. Taking care of your mouth can be a little more difficult when you have braces, but following some common-sense tips can...
The Role of Orthodontic Expansion in Treating Pediatric Sleep Apnea
While sleep apnea is commonly associated with adults, it can be a significant challenge for children as well. In fact, up to 20 percent of snoring children can suffer from pediatric obstructive sleep apnea. A child with this disorder will stop breathing for short periods multiple times each night. One...
What Is the Best Age to Get Braces?
Many people wonder, "What is the best age for braces?" They are more frequently seen in children, but is that really the best time to get them? Is it better to wait until after all of the baby teeth have been replaced or is it better to intervene early? These...
Braces and Technology: How Teledentistry is Shaping the Future of Orthodontics
In the last five years, telehealth services have exploded. Triggered worldwide health concerns, patients sought out medical help from a distance whenever possible. Although the pandemic is over, patients recognize that remote health care has its benefits. Advanced digital tools have allowed medical professionals, including dentists, to be more effective...