Resources
Educational articles, tips, and orthodontic insights
What is the crack you hear when turning a palette expander?
Come morning time, your little bundle of joy awakens from his or her slumber and begins the morning routine of the day: flossing, brushing, and turning the key on the expander when… crack! What is that? The palatal expander is
How long do you need a palatal expander?
Braces, headgear, retainers: it’s as if the list of orthodontic tools used to straighten will never end! Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that corrects teeth and jaw alignments that are improperly positioned. The misalignment or overcrowding of teeth may
Brier Creek, Raleigh NC Invisalign Orthodontist
In late 2017, Gladwell Orthodontics will have a location more convenient to those that live in Brier Creek, Raleigh, NC. Whether you are a member of Brier Creek Country Club and have a home on the course or you live
What is the New Dental or Orthodontist’s Office on Leesville Rd in Raleigh?
If you have driven on Leesville Road in Raleigh, North Carolina, near Interstate 540 you have likely noticed our brand new office. The office is on Leesville Road and Strickland Road very close to the CVS, Walgreens, Harris Teeter and
Invisalign Loose After a Week
At Gladwell Orthodontics, many patients contact us about a week after they’ve received their initial Invisalign aligners and wonder if it’s normal for their aligners to feel loose. They also ask us if they should put in a new set
Can You Finish Invisalign Early?
Here at Gladwell Orthodontics, many patients ask us whether they can finish their Invisalign treatment early. It’s important to understand that the length of time you will need Invisalign will depend on the complexity of your case and how often
Can Braces or Invisalign Fix an Overbite?
An overbite is one of the most common dental disorders among children. Although there are a variety of treatment options for overbites, there is one that often surprises most parents. This surprising treatment is known as Invisalign and is incredibly
What Orthodontic Appliances Fix Scissors Bite?
When the upper molars are positioned outward or the lower molars are positioned inward and the molars miss one another and cause an overlap when the mouth is closed, a condition known as a scissors bite arises. If you or
Is There a Special Diet for Invisalign? Will I Lose Weight?
With traditional metal braces, you would have to avoid certain foods that may damage your brackets and wires and prolong your treatment period. If you opt for Invisalign, however, you’ll be able to remove your aligners before every meal, and
Is There a Special Football or Baseball Mouthpiece for Boys Wearing Braces?
If your son has braces and plays football, you are probably wondering whether there is a special football mouthpiece he can wear to protect his teeth, gums, and mouth. The good news is there are a wide variety of football
Raleigh Orthodontist That Assists Special Needs Children and Adults
Special needs children and adults often take medication or follow special diets that can hurt their oral health. Many of them also find it challenging to maintain healthy oral habits at home, making them susceptible to various oral diseases. For
Raleigh Orthodontist That Offers Month by Month Financing
Since Gladwell Orthodontics firmly believes nothing should stand between a patient and a healthy smile, we offer month to month financing. With month to month financing, you’ll be able to fit orthodontic care into your budget and avoid the burden