Coleman Orthodontics

Coleman Orthodontics Your teeth are probably the only thing on your face that won’t get wrinkles…but your teeth certainly do show signs of aging. So if you want to look younger and healthier, your teeth are a great place to start!   A beautifully straight, symmetrical glowing white teeth cannot only make you look younger, but they can dramatically improve your confidence. Even if you start out with perfectly straight teeth, something called mesial drift will cause them to shift over time. Crowded teeth are an instant giveaway of age and straightening your teeth can often take 10 to 15 years off your appearance. Crowded teeth also increase the risk of tooth decay, premature tooth loss, and gum recession, all of which guarantee looking old. Orthodontic treatment can be successful at any age. At Coleman Orthodontics , we always enjoy working with adult patients and like the many options that we have to use in creating great smiles for them.  Many ...

Coleman Orthodontics We want to make sure you are aware that we are currently offering virtual examinations for New Patients interested in getting started with treatment soon. It’s very easy and takes less than 30 minutes! Here’s how it works: Call our office to set up an appointment. Visit our website to take and upload pictures of your teeth. Dr. Coleman will do a Smile Assessment with you via a video conference and provide you with an initial diagnosis. If treatment is indicated, a treatment plan and fee will be provided along with a reservation for a full consultation that will include orthodontic records. Depending on your treatment choice, your initial Invisalign scan or braces bonding can be completed that same day as well! All New Patient exams are complimentary.  Here’s what our new patients have said: “I can’t thank Dr. Coleman enough for coming up with a way to still see his patients virtually through a global pandemic. The process could not have been mor...

American Dental Association Seeking orthodontic treatment is a great way to make sure your oral health is in good shape. However, there are other factors that affect the status of healthy teeth. Brushing, flossing and eating habits are just as important.  Did you know that the baby teeth that appear in the first 3 years of a child's life have been there since birth, in the baby’s jawbones? Those baby teeth are key for chewing, speaking and appearance. They also hold space in the jaws for upcoming adult teeth. Even though they fall out, baby teeth are important and you need to take good care of them.  In an effort to help Keep Kids' Mouth's Healthy, The Ad Council has started the 2min2x Children's Oral Health Campaign . For healthier teeth, good breath and fewer cavities kids need to remember to brush their teeth for 2 minutes, twice a day. Adopting these healthy brushing habits can help save children from a lifetime of tooth pain.  Dr. Coleman and ...

When people think of orthodontics, of course an enhanced smile is what most think of. Did you know orthodontic treatment does so much more than make our smiles straight? Orthodontic treatment helps correct abnormal bites such as an overbite or underbite. It helps us speak clearer and keeps our teeth cleaner. At Coleman Orthodontics, we can successfully correct most problems regardless of the patient’s age . Here are 4 benefits of having straight teeth. 1. Healthy Gums: Our gums say so much about our oral health and how we take care of our teeth. It's no secret the dangers of gum disease and the negative effect it has on your overall health. Gum disease can cause tooth decay and loss and bad breath. With orthodontic treatment, your teeth are spaced out correctly, which helps you brush and floss in between your teeth, leading to healthier gums. 2. Improved Speech: Just like how we chew and bite, our teeth play a large role in the way we speak. Gapped or crowded teeth can affe...

What are the benefits of orthodontic treatment? Aesthetics – Who doesn’t love a great smile? – on other people and on themselves! This is the number one benefit of orthodontic treatment. Bite – A  good bite is just as important as a great smile. A good bite makes chewing more efficient, prevents premature wear of the teeth and typically allows the jaw muscles to function in better harmony.  Does orthodontic treatment require metal braces only? Not necessarily – Some minor problems can be corrected with retainers and more difficult problems can be treated with Invisalign or tooth-colored braces. Dr. Coleman will help you understand your orthodontic problems and options available to treat those problems.  Do I need to wait for my dentist to tell me when it’s time to see the orthodontist? No – The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all kids have an orthodontic consultation starting around age 7. Not many kids need early treatment at this ag...

Dr. Coleman and our staff strive for unmatched customer service, shown by the fun and caring way we treat our patients and families. Our team here at Coleman Orthodontics is continually working to maintain the highest levels of training and education. You might hear from friends, your neighbors, or a friend of a friend, about all the rumors and myths of braces and orthodontic treatment. Here are a few myths and the truth behind the most common misconceptions of orthodontics. Myth: I have braces, now I can't play sports.  Truth: Having braces, does not mean you have to stop living your life! As long as you wear a mouthguard, braces should not stop you or your child from playing your favorite sport. Ask Dr. Coleman and our staff for more information on using a mouthguard.  Myth: Only kids need to see an orthodontist? Truth: Everyone, no matter the age can benefit from a healthy straight smile. Every patient is different, the reality is that at any age teet...

Orthodontic treatment requires careful, controlled movements of the teeth to ensure they are moving into proper positions. Orthodontics is so much more than the aesthetics of a beautiful straight smile. The definition of orthodontics is, “the treatment of irregularities in the teeth (especially of alignment and occlusion) and jaws, including the use of braces.” This includes your bite and jaw, which affects the way we speak to how we eat to our overall health. We have treated various different types of bites that require orthodontic treatment. In orthodontics, “bite” refers to the way the upper and lower teeth come together. A bad bite called a “malocclusion.” Each patient’s treatment is different and unique, however, there are common bites that orthodontic treatment can help correct. 1. Crossbite:  A crossbite occurs when the upper teeth fit inside of the lower teeth. A crossbite can be caused by misalignment of teeth or a misalignment of the bone; it can affect a single toot...