If Drs. Burk and Flinn and our team at Burk & Flinn Orthodontics have recommended a palatal expander, you might be wondering what it is and how it will help you. A palatal expander is a small appliance fitted in your mouth to create a wider space in the upper jaw. It is often used…
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Everyone wants a naturally aligned and beautiful smile, and it is no secret that orthodontic braces from Burk & Flinn Orthodontics can help deliver one. However, there are greater benefits to wearing braces than just having straight teeth. You’ll gain many oral health benefits in addition to the cosmetic ones. Tooth Decay and Gum Disease…
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Great question! Tooth movement is your body’s natural response to light pressure applied by braces over a period of time (usually two years). Braces work by using brackets that are glued onto your teeth; these brackets have small slots, and that is where Drs. Burk and Flinn and our team insert orthodontic wires. These wires…
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A bright, beautiful smile is often achieved with braces. The time you spend wearing braces is an investment in the good health and appearance of your smile. However, Drs. Burk and Flinn and our staff know that having braces on your teeth can pose challenges. Many of these challenges are commonly faced by all who…
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