It's probably the most common question orthodontists hear before a patient gets braces: is this going to hurt? The honest answer is that there is some discomfort involved, but it's manageable, and it doesn't last. Understanding what to expect at each stage makes the...
It's one of the first questions most parents and teens ask at an orthodontic consultation: how long is this actually going to take? It's a fair question, and the honest answer is that it depends. Most teen patients wear braces for 12 months to about 3 years, with the...
Most people who come into Omar Orthodontics asking about discreet treatment have already ruled out metal braces. They know what they do not want. What they are less sure about is whether clear ceramic braces or Invisalign is the better fit for them specifically. Both...
Orthodontic treatment is a real investment. That fact stops a lot of people from starting, or from starting as early as they should. Parents of teenagers who need braces, adults who have been putting off treatment for years, and families managing multiple people in...
If you've been thinking about straightening your teeth, you've probably noticed there are more choices now than ever before. Clear aligners, ceramic braces, lingual braces, the options can feel like a lot. And somewhere in the middle of all that, you might be asking...