We all have a lot of tasks to keep track of in our daily lives, especially when kids are involved. Between the meals you have to prepare, carpools you have to arrange, homework you help with, and appointments you have to schedule, parenting is a job that never ends....
A Message From Omar OrthodonticsDear Omar Orthodontics Patients, We are beyond ready to get back to work and see everyone that we have missed so much! We hope this letter finds everyone healthy, happy and prepared to ease back into regular routines. Our...
Paying a visit to your regular orthodontist due to COVID-19 might not be a possibility for you right now. With the social distancing measures and self-isolation guidelines in place, it is very important to take care of your health and your loved ones during the...
Picking the right orthodontic braces in Chantilly can be a challenge. There are many options to choose from, and there are professionals out there with the skills to help you. Few can match Dr. Omar’s experience and expertise in this field, though, and we believe that...
Braces are extremely common, and there is no need to be embarrassed about them! The majority of adults that you know have had braces at one point in their lives. Braces are so common that there are famous cartoon characters that even have braces! We want to help...
Looking for teeth braces for adults in Chantilly? Wearing braces as an adult might seem a little strange, but you’d be surprised at how well they can straighten your teeth even at a later stage in your life. Although teenagers and younger adults commonly wear them,...
Are you looking for adult orthodontics in South Riding? It’s never too late to achieve a perfect smile. Regardless of your age, it’s essential to find the right orthodontist to help you get the smile that you deserve. When it comes to looking for adult orthodontics in...
How much do braces typically cost? The price of braces in Chantilly can have quite a range. There are over six places in Chantilly where you can get pricing for braces and each location will offer a different price. However, the cost for braces does not have to break...
Teeth grinding is pretty scary to hear. If you happen to be awake at night and hear a loud grinding and crunching sound, that means that someone in your home has a tooth grinding problem. You may even have teeth grinding issues and may not even realize it! There are...
If you are reading this, there is a chance that you have recently had braces put on, or you already have braces. You also may know or not know that braces can cause some discomfort and even mild pain. The pain is common, and everyone who has braces will feel it. It...
Whether you have just recently had braces put on or you have already had your braces, you know that brushing is going to be a crucial task during the duration of your braces process. Caring for your teeth becomes even more critical now that braces are in the picture....
The experience of going to a dentist for the first time should hopefully be drastically different than your first trip to an orthodontist. Hopefully, your first trip to the dentist was when you got your first tooth or at least after a few teeth already erupted. Not...
An orthodontist is a dental specialist who is specifically trained to treat maxillofacial issues like jaw misalignment, malocclusion, and correcting the alignment of your teeth and smile. After attending an undergraduate program and four years of dental school, an...
Invisalign has always been a great choice for patients that do not want to go the traditional route and choose metal and wire braces. Invisalign is also known to be virtually painless, and the aligners are very convenient to remove whenever you need to. While it is a...
It’s December! That means it is time for all of our winter holiday celebrations here in Chantilly. If you are one of our orthodontic patients, a lot of traditional Christmas treats will not be safe for your braces. While there are some foods you’ll want to skip this...
You just got braces, and you’re wondering “How am I going to keep my teeth clean with metal brackets glued onto my teeth?” Although keeping your braces clean does require a few extra steps, it doesn’t have to be as complicated as you think. Just follow these tips and...
Halloween is just around the corner! If you have traditional braces, you probably already know the do’s and don’ts of Halloween candy. Basically, orthodontic patients should avoid any candy that is hard, chewy, or sticky, as they can get stuck in your brackets and...
Having a smile you can feel proud of can drastically improve your self image and confidence. Over the last twenty years or so, more and more medical researchers are realizing the need to understand the relationship between clinical orthodontic treatment and the...
There are plenty of DIY crafts and projects you can do to save money or have fun, but braces should not be one of them! More and more people are trying out homemade braces, and the results are quite alarming. You wouldn’t want to perform surgery on yourself, right?...
The decision of whether to get braces is never an easy one to make: braces are a big investment in time, energy, and of course money. You definitely want to understand what happens when you get braces, what to expect with braces in the first few days, and everything...