Do Some People Have to Wear Braces Twice?
While we at Luv My Smile are passionate about straight teeth, we know the path to a beautiful smile can be quite a challenge at times. Which I think is why I occasionally get questions about the prospect of having to wear braces twice. But don’t be afraid! Today, I’m here to answer that question […]
Permanent Retainers vs. Removable Retainers. Which is the right option for you?
Whew–You’ve finally made it! After months of dedication you’ve taken care of your teeth and your braces are coming off. Congratulations! Unfortunately, you haven’t quite reached the end of the road just yet. Once your braces come off, it’s time to make some decisions about retainers. Retainers hold your teeth in place so they don’t […]
Town Pride: Things We Love About the Communities We Work in!
Cater Galante is proud to have orthodontic offices open in 3 beautiful locations in California. We were very deliberate with the locations we selected, being sure to make them convenient for lots of surrounding communities! El Dorado Hills Population: 42,108 El Dorado Hills, our newest location, is a versatile place that boasts recreation of all […]
Top 3 Reasons to Straighten Your Teeth
If eyes are windows to the soul, does that make teeth the front door? Whatever you want to call them, studies have shown that teeth are one of the most important features when it comes to first impressions and public perception. Here are three major reasons to invest in your teeth to get that red […]
The Cost of Braces – Then and Now
A time-traveler from 1960 would find today’s prices staggering: Houses 72 times more expensive, education 146 times more and your telephone – admittedly with far more services – 178 times higher than what families paid 50 years ago (talkfinance.net). Another way to look at the numbers: The Consumer Price Index, which measures the average change […]
Take care of your retainer – you want it to last a long time
You orthodontic treatment doesn’t end when your braces are removed. No matter what type of braces you have – Invisalign or metal wires – you will need a retainer to keep your new smile beautiful. The reason has to do with the anatomy of your jaw. To move your teeth, braces stretch and contract the […]
Yearning to change your single status? A new smile might help
If you’re single and would rather not be, here’s an eye-opening statistic: Two in five Americans would not go on a second date with someone who has crooked teeth. That information and much more was revealed in two online surveys conducted in 2012 and 2013 for Invisalign, the maker of invisible braces. The more recent […]
Getting Over the Under Bite: Invisalign for More Than Just Crooked Teeth
If you’ve ever considered Invisalign but were discouraged by the severity of your teeth issues, it could be time to reconsider! Did you know that Invisalign can be used to correct advanced problems such as overbites, underbites, malocclusion, crowding, and gaps in teeth? Invisalign is a popular alternative to braces because it can tackle these […]
When Should My Child First See an Orthodontist?
If your young child has protruding or misaligned teeth, or other jaw problems, you may not be thinking about braces. That’s still several years away … isn’t It? Not necessarily. While the most common age for braces is the teen years, our office agrees with the American Association of Orthodontists’ recommendation that you have your […]
2015 Resolutions: Take Care of Your Oral Health!
When you hear the term “New Years Resolutions” Running more, getting more sleep, eating healthier, drinking more water, probably come to mind; and these are all really great ideas, but your oral health is also very important and should be considered as one of your resolutions for 2015! Take Care of Your Teeth and They’ll […]
