Does your jaw hurt, especially when opening or closing your mouth? You might have a condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD or TMJ). This affects the joints that connect your jawbone to your skull. Our orthodontists in Derby, KS, can help you find relief, depending on what’s causing this condition. Let’s explore the potential causes! […]
Having a problem with the joint that connects your upper and lower jaw can cause frequent pain and other symptoms. This condition, known as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, can happen if you grind your teeth. Stress, trauma, and arthritis are other possible causes. Our orthodontists in Derby, KS, at Derby Orthodontics can provide treatment to help […]
A TMJ disorder is a condition that affects your jaw joints and the surrounding muscles. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint dysfunction. And although these conditions are called TMJ, the TMJ is actually the jaw joint itself and not the condition. The condition is technically called TMD, which stands for temporomandibular joint dysfunction. That makes more […]
Do you need to have your teeth straightened? If so, you probably have some questions first. Your orthodontist in Derby, KS, will go over all your options with you. But for now, here are five tooth straightening options for you to consider. 5 Tooth Straightening Options Look over the following options for straightening your teeth. […]
Many people want a straighter smile, and they want it fast, discreet, and easy. As a result, straightening the teeth with clear aligners has continued to increase in popularity over the recent years. While clear aligners can be a great way to straighten the teeth, consumers must be aware of products being heavily marketed as […]
It’s that time of year again! Summer is winding down and school will soon be back in session – online, in the classroom, or maybe a little of both. Many children, teens, and teachers started their orthodontic journey over the summer. As you begin to prepare for the new school year, be sure to keep new […]
The Orthodontic Emergency It never fails, these situations tend to occur on vacations, weekends, and after hours. You are stuck somewhere and forced to become the doctor of your own mouth or your child’s mouth. When things go wrong, it can cause discomfort. Below are tips and tricks to diagnose the problem and manage any […]
Is it time to see the Orthodontist? Did your teen’s best friend just get braces? Did your dentist recommend an evaluation? Invisalign with case Once your teen’s malocclusion has been diagnosed, your orthodontist may provide the option to use traditional braces or clear aligners, like Invisalign, to correct the teeth. Both braces and Invisalign clear […]
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