Somerville Orthodontics Blog - Somerville, MA

We are periodically updating patients and the community about the latest advances in orthodontic technology.

Virtual Exams Made Easy with Somerville Orthodontics

We are excited to give you all the details about a game-changing innovation in orthodontic care: virtual exams. If you’re thinking about getting that perfect smile you’ve always dreamed of, listen up because this could save you time, a bit

Your Invisalign Isn’t Tracking? Here’s What You Can Do To Fix It!

Invisalign aligners have gained popularity as an effective orthodontic treatment option due to their discreet appearance and convenience. However, despite their advantages, some individuals may encounter challenges when their aligners fail to track as expected. This article aims to provide

Debunking Myths: The Truth About Adult Orthodontics

“I’m too old for braces.” “How dorky would I look with metal in my mouth at this age?” “I can’t even afford to get braces, anyway.” “Braces are harder for adults to wear.” These are some of the common misconceptions

Types of Braces for Teeth 2023: Care, Timeline, Benefits

If you’re considering getting braces for your teeth, you may have some questions about what to expect. Braces are a common orthodontic treatment that can help straighten crooked teeth, close spaces and correct other dental issues, including overbite and overjet.

Three great options for children s orthodontic treatment

When most parents come to us seeking orthodontic care for their children and tweens, they think there are two paths – braces and clear aligners. What they don’t realize is that both braces and clear aligners come in many different

Give Your Teen a Healthy Smile

Have you ever wondered if getting braces is only about achieving straight teeth? We get this question a lot and thought we would address why having straight teeth not only helps with confidence but also provides many health benefits. The

Journey to a Confident Smile: Fixing an Underbite with an Orthodontist

Do you feel your jaw is misaligned or that your bottom teeth protrude outwards? Underbite, also known as anterior crossbite malocclusion, is a dental condition where the lower jaw protrudes past the upper jaw. Underbites can range in severity from

Things to Avoid When Searching for Invisalign Near Me

Discovering that you need orthodontic treatment to correct alignment of your teeth can be uncomfortable news for anyone. Regardless of your age, the thought of braces, having to invest in the cost, the monthly treatments and the visual appearance can

Can Invisalign or Braces Fix My Tooth Gaps?

Millions of people visit their orthodontist to get rid of gaps between their teeth. Tooth gapping is the number one concern for people that visit an orthodontist. Your doctor can straighten your crooked or gapped teeth with the help of

The Top Reasons Why You Should Only Seek Invisalign Treatment with an Orthodontist

It seems that there are many options for straightening teeth these days and there’s no question that Invisalign is a front-runner. You can enjoy virtually invisible teeth-straightening while continuing to eat the foods you enjoy, brush and floss your teeth