Your braces are designed to realign your teeth by applying mild, progressive tension to stretch the periodontal ligaments anchoring your teeth in their sockets. It takes a few weeks after each adjustment appointment for these ligaments to adapt to their new position. To expedite the realignment process, your orthodontist, Dr. John Fleming, routinely schedules adjustment sessions four to six weeks... read more »

When you have teeth that aren't aligned properly, it can cause cosmetic and oral health problems. These are the instances in which it's most common to need braces. While they're not the only treatment option for misaligned teeth, they are the most popular due to their efficacy and ability to completely customize your smile. With that in mind, let's take... read more »

Your orthodontist understands that visible braces can make you feel awkward about your smile. One alternative option is to have braces with a ceramic coating installed onto your teeth. The ceramic material can be shaded to perfectly match the color of your natural tooth enamel. While it won’t make the braces invisible, it should help you feel less self-conscious about... read more »

If you want a successful orthodontic experience, then it’s best to have a positive relationship with your braces. To help you develop that relationship, our Quality Orthodontic Care team recommends that you do the following things: -Floss: Flossing cleans the spaces between your teeth and prevents gum disease, which is why it’s best to floss at least once a day.... read more »

A smooth and winning smile serves you well in many social situations. Many adults with minor alignment issues are put off by the notion of wearing traditional wire and bracket braces. However, Invisalign® can actually give you the winning smile you’ve always wanted in as little as six to eight weeks. One of Quality Orthodontic Care’s orthodontists can fit you... read more »

Braces have been a popular treatment for children and teenagers for many, many years. In recent years, the use of braces in adults has been growing. There are many reasons why braces in Johns Creek, Georgia, can help not just children, but adults. There are many reasons why Dr. John Fleming may recommend braces for you or your child. Braces... read more »

Your orthodontist, Dr. John Fleming, offers a few different variations on traditional braces. One of the more popular options available is ceramic braces. Ceramic braces in Johns Creek, Georgia, is an appliance that is the color of your smile to give you a natural-looking appearance. It’s very important to take good care of your braces. If you develop problems with... read more »

Do you have a crooked or misaligned bite? If so, then it’s time to consider aligning it! Having an aligned bite can help you more than you know, and our Quality Orthodontic Care team is happy to tell you all about the benefits and advantages of bite correction in Johns Creek, Georgia. Bite correction can: -Make eating easier: Having an... read more »

After your teeth have reached their ideal alignment and your braces have been removed, there will still be some degree of residual tension in the periodontal ligaments anchoring your teeth in their sockets. This means you will need to use a retainer for a while to maintain your new alignment while the tension in your periodontal ligaments subsides. A Hawley... read more »

Your braces represent a serious investment in improving the alignment of your teeth for a more functional mouth and an appealing smile. Athletic activities and contact sports, pose a serious threat to your braces and the health of your mouth. If any part of your braces or teeth it could also significantly increase the amount of time you need to... read more »