Drabik Orthodontics Blog

When it was founded in 2014, SmileDirectClub promised big things. It wanted to revolutionize clear aligner treatment, making it more convenient and affordable for everyone. Sadly, things did not go as the company hoped. In fact, in December of this year, they ceased operations! What happened to SmileDirectClub, and what can consumers learn about the dangers of mail-order clear aligners from its downfall? This blog post explains.

Invisalign can be a fantastic way to straighten out a smile, but it requires effort on the patient’s part to achieve the intended results. The system works through a sequence of clear aligner trays designed to fit over the patient’s teeth and push them into gradually better positions. However, it is possible to lose an aligner tray after removing it. Here’s what to do if you ever lose an Invisalign clear aligner tray.

Since Invisalign gives you the freedom to eat whatever you want, your clear aligners won’t prevent you from enjoying your favorite sweet treats this Halloween. That being said, if you want your Invisalign treatment to stay on track, you will want to think carefully about the way you enjoy your candy. To help you protect your Invisalign aligners (and your smile) this Halloween, your orthodontist is here to offer 3 useful tips.

Do you ever experienced clicking in your jaw when you chew your food, frequent headaches when you wake up, or not fully being able to open your mouth thanks to lockjaw? TMJ dysfunction is very common, and it can cause all sorts of discomfort. Fortunately, there are some ways to get relief. Continue reading to learn more about this condition and how Invisalign may be able to ease some of your uncomfortable symptoms.

If you’ve just completed your Invisalign journey, congratulations! While you may not want to be tied to a retainer for the rest of your life, there’s a reason retainers are given to orthodontic patients to this day: they work. Thankfully, retainers are now more comfortable and discreet than ever – they’ll be as invisible as your clear aligners. Here’s how long you should wear your retainer after Invisalign.

Did you miss the chance to straighten your teeth with braces when you were a teenager? If you’re an older adult who has always wanted a more aligned smile, it isn’t too late! Thanks to modern orthodontic technology, many people in advanced age are now turning to Invisalign as a way of achieving their dream smile. Read on to learn how effective Invisalign is for older people and what benefits you could expect from undergoing treatment!

The wonderful thing about modern times is how much easier, convenient, and reliable many things are now. This even includes orthodontics! You can get the straight pearly whites you’ve always wanted with ease and comfort. However, you may feel at times that your teeth feel loose as you journey toward your dream smile with traditional braces. Read on to learn how braces work and why they can sometimes make your teeth feel out of sorts.

If you have been wearing braces for a while, you’re probably looking forward to the day when you can finally have them removed. However, the orthodontic process isn’t completely over the moment your braces are taken off your teeth; there are steps you’ll need to follow to help the results of your treatment last. Here are the basics of what you can expect after you’re done with braces.

Maybe you’ve heard that your smile is the first thing people notice. So, nobody can blame you for thinking the main benefit of straight teeth is how they benefit someone’s appearance. The truth is straight teeth have advantages that go beyond skin-deep. They can actually improve your health. Keep reading to learn from an orthodontist how valuable properly aligned teeth really are.

For some reason, braces are subject to some of the most prominent myths in all of dentistry. Part of it may have to do with how far metal braces have come in the last 50 years or so, meaning that many people’s ideas are outdated.

Whatever the case, these myths can make potential orthodontic patients unnecessarily nervous about getting metal braces. To help ease your concerns, here’s why some of the most common orthodontic myths aren’t quite what they seem.