Causes of malocclusion
Against popular belief it is evident now, that today’s increase in crowding and malocclusion is a result from the tremendous reduction in forces of mastication, and not the lack of […]
Can teething cause fever?
Old question: Can teething cause fever? Literature summery shows that teething alone cannot be blamed for a child’s fever. Teething can raise your baby’s body temperature, but only slightly. Any
Facial Growth
Interesting article on the differences of facial growth in Neanderthals, and modern humans. https://m.phys.org/news/2015-12-neanderthals-intriguing-difference.html
Dental crowding, gum disease and cavities. Are they related?
What do you think? Answer coming soon, in our August 25th, 2017 NOA 101 class.
Cementing expanders
How do you cement your bonded maxillary expanders? We recommend Excel. https://www.relianceorthodontics.com/Excel-Regular-Kits-p/excel-regular-kit.htm
Herbst arms
Some Doctors have asked about how to adjust the arms of the Herbst, or how long to leave them. I usually, leave the rod at least 5mm long, or longer