Monthly Archives: April 2017

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Should I Get Braces as an Adult?

Orthodontic treatment with braces isn’t just for teenagers, as common perception may have it. Nearly 20 percent of people wearing braces today are adults. Orthodontic treatment for adults can be highly effective in treating malocclusions (the misalignment of the upper and lower teeth). Dr. Thomas Lien, Dr. Mani Alikhani and the team at the House of Orthodontia specializes in adult orthodontics in the living are of Cobble Hill. It’s never too late in life to improve your smile and dental health. Why do I need braces as an adult? If you had braces as a kid and you find that you need them again as an adult, that’s because our teeth shift as we get older. Different teeth may grow at different rates than others, too. They can change positions over time through natural growth, injury, or tongue thrust (a condition where the tongue projects through the front teeth during speech,...
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Can I Get a Mouth-Guard From My Orthodontist?

Having concerns of whether or not you should be wearing a mouth-guard? Dr. Thomas Lien, Dr. Mani Alikhani and the orthodontist team at House of Orthodontia recommends to their patients who play sports in Cobble Hill, NY that they wear a mouth-guard so that their teeth stay protected while undergoing orthodontic treatment.  What do Mouth-guards do? Mouth-guards help prevent injuries to the teeth and jaws when patients get active in sports or physical activities. They are mandatory in collision sports such as football, hockey, and boxing where the risk of injury is likely. Children and adults involved in incidental contact sports like basketball, baseball, wrestling, soccer, and volleyball are now wearing mouth-guards to prevent injuries to the mouth. In fact, a study of high school athletes found that 75% of injuries occurred when mouth-guards were not worn, with 40% coming during basketball and baseball. As a result, whether you’re a...
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Invisalign Teen: The Clear Alternatives to Braces

If you're interested in Invisalign Teen for your child, Dr. Thomas Lien, Dr. Mani Alikhani  and the team at House of Orthodontia offer their patients in the living area of Cobble Hill, a clear and removable orthodontic treatment meant just for their teenage patients. Invisalign Teen aligner trays are made of a clear thermoplastic material that are custom made to fit over the teeth. They gently exert pressure on misaligned teeth to bring them into a more natural, functional, and attractive position. Invisalign Teen is the clear alternative to traditional braces. Invisalign Teen at House of Orthodontia in the Cobble Hill area: Clear: No wires, no brackets, and no rubber bands are used with Invisalign Teen. A clear plastic tray that fits snugly over the teeth are all that is involved in treatment with Invisalign. It lets teens keep their appearance intact while gently improving their smiles. Removable. Invisalign Teen can be removed by...
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What Problems Can Invisalign Correct?

Invisalign clear aligners can treat many patients with unique orthodontic problems from overbites or under-bites to overcrowded teeth. Dr. Thomas Lien, Dr. Mani Alikhani and the professionals at the House of Orthodontia know that Invisalign clear aligners in the living area of Cobble Hill are an effective and convenient alternative to traditional metal braces. They have the knowledge and experience to answer their patient’s questions about Invisalign, including if treatment with Invisalign is an option for them. Invisalign clear aligners are indicated in the treatment of:   Gap Teeth: Gap teeth can occur because of abnormal growth in the jawbone or when existing teeth spread and move to fill the space where a tooth or teeth are missing. The clear aligners are an effective treatment for positioning gap teeth into a more functional and attractive position within the mouth. Overbite: An overbite (or medically, an “overjet”) is when the upper row of teeth...
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