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Gone are the days of messy, uncomfortable dental molds and trays filled with goop that made both kids and adults cringe. Thanks to digital scanning technology, the orthodontic experience is becoming faster, more precise, and far more comfortable. But what exactly does this mean for patients, and why is it such a game-changer? What IsContinue reading “A New Era in Orthodontics: The Power of Digital Scans”

When it comes to orthodontics, many parents assume treatment begins only when their child has lost most of their baby teeth. However, at Taft Hill Orthodontics, we recommend an earlier checkup – sometimes as early as age 7. But why is this age considered so important, and how can early intervention benefit your child’s smileContinue reading “Why Age Seven Matters in Early Orthodontic Care”

An overbite occurs when your upper front teeth extend too far beyond your lower teeth when your mouth is closed. While most people have a slight overbite (about 2-3mm), more severe cases can lead to significant problems.

A crossbite is a common dental misalignment that occurs when some of your upper teeth sit inside your lower teeth when your mouth is closed. This condition doesn’t typically resolve on its own and can affect front teeth, back teeth or both simultaneously.

Diastema refers to visible spaces between two teeth. While most commonly occurring between the front incisors (creating what’s often called a “gap-toothed smile”), these spaces can appear between any teeth in your mouth.