Latest Malocclusion Stories

GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on Dental Orthodontic Supplies markets. Global market for Dental Orthodontic Supplies is projected to reach US$1.1 billion by 2018, driven by increasing volumes of orthodontic procedures due to rising awareness about dental care. San Jose, CA (PRWEB) May 15, 2013 Follow us on LinkedIn - Orthodontic supplies, although a small category in the overall dental supplies market, hold enormous promise as growing number of patients come...

The office of Dr. Susan Dennis, D.D.S. will host this event to inform patients about the benefits of Invisalign, which can get them started on the road to a perfect smile. Portage, MI (PRWEB) May 10, 2013 Dr. Susan Dennis, D.D.S. will hold Invisalign Day at her practice located at 8150 Moorsbridge, Rd., Suite A in Portage, Mich., on May 15 from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Invisalign is an alternative to braces that can correct mild crooked or protruding teeth, overbite and underbite. Rather than...

Crooked teeth has been found to be a product of modern man. If one was to study all the skulls dated 250 years ago or older, you would be hard pressed to find one case in a thousand of crowded teeth. It would also be hard to find decay and evidence of periodontal disease. McKinney, TX (PRWEB) December 03, 2012 Many years ago, a company that sold margarine ran an ad campaign that said, “It is not nice to mess with Mother Nature”. In the case of what causes crooked teeth this may be...

WEST LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Everyone wishes to have a vibrant and straight smile that they will be proud to show off throughout the years, but maintaining healthy and beautiful teeth can be a tough task, especially with malocclusion. This misalignment of the teeth will not only affect the appearance of an individual's smile, it could also lead to a slew of other health issues if it is not treated quickly. For locals that are currently dealing with...

NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Paul Tanners thinks so. He is a prosthodontist in Midtown Manhattan, and he reports that he has been seeing more and more occlusal disease as the economy remains weak. Dr. Tanners, a specialist in restorative dentistry, attributes the increase in part to stress caused by difficult economic times. Patients are clenching and grinding their teeth more, throwing off their bite. When their occlusion isn't in harmony, these patients break or...

LAS VEGAS, June 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Not all bite problems are a result of improper tooth alignment. There are certain individuals who have bite problems because of misaligned jaws. In other words, the upper and lower teeth don't fit together properly. In orthodontics, this type of problem, a "skeletal discrepancy" simply means that the upper and lower jaws have not developed in harmony with each other. Typical presentations of these jaw problems include under-bite, over-bite,...

Malocclusion can now quickly and effectively be treated with advanced treatment options offered by one Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Ghasri. Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) June 04, 2012 As California’s residents slowly make their way into the warm summer months, it is time for many to get ready for family trips and great times with friends. For some locals, it may also mean that it is time to begin looking at what procedures may be available to correct their misaligned teeth. Those that would...

BETHLEHEM, Pa., May 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Bryon Viechnicki will soon present new research showing the uniqueness in lower jaw growth using 3D technology. The research will be presented at the International Association of Dental Research General Session in Iguacu Falls, Brazil on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. His research demonstrates how the lower jaw grows at different times and in different directions in each child. "Growth of the lower jaw is essential for proper...

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- From hair and skin to clothes and shoes, one's appearance is a constant trigger of snap judgments. Whether interviewing for a job or just looking to make a good first impression, a recent perception study conducted by Kelton for Invisalign, proves that even the alignment of teeth is a catalyst for assumptions regarding success, popularity, intelligence, and general health. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120419/LA90659)...

Many people are unaware of the common problems and conditions that can arise from crooked or misaligned teeth. To educate his community, Dr. Stevens offers information about Invisalign both on his website and through a free consultation to determine if a patient is a candidate for treatment. Boston, MA (PRWEB) January 18, 2012 Boston Cosmetic Dentist, George Stevens, DMD, takes a comprehensive approach to patient care. Dr. Stevens utilizes his website to educate present and future...