When you decide to get braces, you are taking an important step when it comes to caring for your teeth. Braces not only correct alignment and bite issues, but they can also result in a beautiful smile, giving you additional confidence to match your improved oral...
October is Orthodontic Health Awareness Month: 5 Health Benefits of Orthodontics
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Sep 29, 2017 | Orthodontics
October is Orthodontic Health Awareness Month! According to the American Academy of Orthodontics, “Straight teeth not only look good, they also give you a good bite…so it’s easier to bite, chew, and speak.” That means receiving proper care from an AAO orthodontist...
Ask Your Pleasanton Dentist: When is the Right Time to Screen My Children for Their Orthodontic Needs?
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Aug 24, 2017 | Orthodontics
When you think about orthodontic care for your child, you likely picture them potentially having braces or aligners as a preteen or teenager. However, there are actually several reasons why your kids should be evaluated by an orthodontic specialist much sooner, with...
American Orthodontics: Made in America!
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Jul 3, 2017 | Orthodontics
At Republic Dental, we understand that to help you achieve your best smile it takes not only exemplary clinical skill but also quality supplies and materials! That is why we are proud that all of our orthodontics supplies are from one of the leading vendors in the...
Ask Your Pleasanton Dentist: What’s the difference between Invisalign and Metal Braces?
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Apr 13, 2017 | Orthodontics
Orthodontics is a specialty field of dentistry that addresses irregularities in teeth, especially alignment and the way the top and bottom rows of teeth meet or fit together when your mouth is closed. Specialty trained dentists and orthodontists provide treatments to...
8 Benefits of Invisalign
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Jul 18, 2016 | Orthodontics
While there are many options to straighten your teeth Invisalign is the only clear option that is free of brackets and wires. Invisalign allows you to work, eat, and participate in social situations worry free! All while giving you a perfect smile. Invisalign has many...
Keeping Up on Oral Hygiene When You Have Braces
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | May 27, 2016 | Orthodontics
If you have braces, it’s best to keep your smile in tip-top shape by having a good oral hygiene routine. When you take great care of your teeth, you won’t need to worry about tooth decay, gum disease, or smile discoloration. So, to help you keep your teeth clean and...
Kids and the Orthodontist: Is it Time?
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Jan 14, 2016 | Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry
From the moment that first baby tooth erupts, your child’s teeth require proper care to stay healthy. You already know your child needs to brush and floss daily and see her dentist twice a year for cleanings and exams. But some children’s teeth need extra care - with...
Will I Need a Retainer?
by Republic Dental & Orthodontics | Oct 28, 2015 | Orthodontics
Through the course of your routine adjustments, your braces moved your teeth into alignment for a more functional mouth and an appealing smile. A retainer is absolutely critical to maintaining that alignment after your braces are removed. Your teeth are anchored in...