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Altoona Family Dentistry
1500 12th Avenue
Altoona, PA 16601
Dr. William H. Schrock, DMD
501 Howard Avenue
Altoona, PA 16601
Nohaile George a DDS
1319 10th Street
Altoona, PA 16601
Dent-Al Smiles of Altoona
125 East Pleasant Valley Boulevard
Altoona, PA 16602
Marquez Family Dentistry / Eduardo Marquez DMD
1913 East Pleasant Valley Blvd. suite#3
Altoona, PA 16602
Blair Dental Associates PC: Thaler Bruce J DDS
200 Union Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
Blair Dental Associates PC: Lombardo Paula
200 Union Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
Blair Dental Associates PC: Rhodes Margaret
200 Union Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
Every kind of malocclusion in a child can have very serious consequences. This is why we should begin the treatment right after we notice first symptoms of any type of bad bite. ... .
In order to maintain the effects of the orthodontic treatment, we have to undergo the retention phase, which will prevent possible return of malocclusion. What is the retention phase and how long does it take? During the orthodontic treatment our teeth change their position. The braces force the teeth to move from places where they have stayed during our whole life. Unfortunately, usually the braces are not enough to hold the teeth in the desired position for ... .
Malocclusion means all dysfunctions of the tooth form and the incorrect relation between the teeth. There are genetic factors which condition the occurrence of malocclusion, nonetheless, it is most often an effect of bad habits in childhood. ... .
Braces are not for everyone. Are there any alternatives to braces? There is a lot of people who don't want to get braces due to emotional, aesthetical or professional reasons. There are also people, who can't get braces because of health problems - e.g. diseases of the immune system exclude the possibility of getting dental braces. ... .
Are you considering undergoing the tooth whitening treatment? Do you have doubts? Are you afraid of side effects or of no effects at all? Find out whether you know everything about tooth whitening! ... .