When seeking orthodontic treatment, many orthodontists talk about the risk of having white or discolored spots left on the teeth after the brackets are removed. Orthodontic patients should be concerned about keeping their teeth and braces clean, but there are steps you can take to prevent white spots from braces. Bailey Orthodontics can help you know all about your orthodontic treatment, what procedures you need, and the best practices to protect your teeth.

When you get braces at an orthodontist it often is accompanied by small elastics that are wrapped around the metal in your mouth and used to fix unaligned teeth. While these bands can be customized with colors, they can be hard to deal with and painful when first tightened. What are these elastics for and what do they accomplish in the orthodontic process? Bailey Orthodontics wants our patients to understand how their treatment helps fix issues with their teeth and how we work to improve their smiles. 

Paying for orthodontic treatment can be expensive and the process of braces can be lengthy. Determining the right time for orthodontic treatment can be tricky and requires you to know all the facts before you jump right in. If you have been experiencing pain or other tooth trouble, you can speak to your dentist about considering orthodontic treatment. 

Orthodontic treatment is covered by many insurance plans and can be paid for in stages as well. But what if you have found an orthodontist outside of your network? Will your insurance cover the cost of braces or other orthodontic treatment? If you have found a orthodontist that is out of network, there are some things you need to know.