Jessica Cohen Orthodontics Blog

Braces or Invisalign – Which Should You Choose?

November 21, 2019

Woman with white shirt holding Invisalign aligner

Now that you have made a great decision to straighten your teeth, you need to choose the best method to approach this.

As many people know the two most popular methods are Braces and Invisalign.

In this article, we are going to address some of the pros and cons of each option to help you make your decision effortlessly.

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10 Reasons Why Adults Should Consider Getting Braces

October 14, 2019

Woman with braces pointing to teeth and smiling

Everyone wants that 1000 watt, million-dollar, Hollywood smile. Unfortunately, it doesn’t come naturally to all of us.

As an adult in particular, having dental issues like misalignment can have huge negative implications, not only on your health but also your social life. Therefore, you cannot afford to ignore the problem.

Of course, the thought of getting your teeth realigned as a grownup is not very inviting. I mean, who wants to be in their thirties or forties with a teen brace-face smile, right?

However, the decision to get your teeth straightened is one that could change your life, so don’t dismiss it just yet. To put things in perspective, here are 10 of the benefits of adult braces in Highland Park, IL.

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The Top 10 Secrets For Choosing The Best Invisalign Provider Near You

July 1, 2019

Woman receiving an Invisalign aligner from orthodontist

If you are thinking about making a considerable investment in Invisalign treatment, you want to be sure to do a good amount of research on the available providers to choose from. After all, the provider you end up choosing can dictate the kind of results that you are able to get out of your treatment.

If you are looking for someone that specializes in Invisalign, there are some secrets that you should be using to find the right provider to select.

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When Should You Take Your Child to See the Orthodontist?

Do you think your child might need to see an orthodontist?

If you have noticed that your child’s teeth are crooked, overlapping, or even spaced out too far with significant gaps between different teeth, you likely have some concerns.

Knowing when to take your child to see the orthodontist can make such a difference because help is available for all kinds of orthodontic issues that children may experience from time to time.

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Will My Child Still Be Able to Enjoy Their Favorite Foods and Activities When They Have Braces?

By the time a child is seven years old, he or she should have a check-up to see how their teeth are doing.

At this time, you may be presented with the information that your young one may need braces to correct their teeth. If this happens, no doubt you will want to know if they will be able to continue their lifestyle and enjoy their favorite activities and food once braces are placed in their mouth.

Fortunately, there are a variety of braces to fit the needs of every child.

Some orthodontic treatments such as Invisalign can be removed, while some oral conditions do require braces to stay in place.

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