Self-Ligating Metal Braces
Do you need braces, but don't like the idea of having huge metal brackets and wires on your teeth for such a long time? With self-ligating braces you now have an alternative to those traditional metal braces you're dreading! Our practice uses a technologically advanced system that gives you a straight, healthy smile with fewer office visits. Self-ligating braces provide greater comfort, using less force than with other braces.
Clarity™
Orthodontic treatment no longer means having a mouth full of unsightly metal wires and brackets. Clarity braces are an aesthetic alternative to traditional metal braces. Clarity braces are clear, small in size, and customized to fit your teeth and mouth. Clarity braces are safe and effective, and are a great option for patients of all ages.
Clarity Aligners™
If your treatment demands the highest esthetics, then Clarity Aligners may be a great choice. These clear aligners are made of two different materials allowing Dr. Ballrick and Dr. Petts to individualize a treatment plan for you. The doctors will follow your progress and fabricate new aligners as needed to get a beautiful, healthy smile.
Dentofacial Orthopedics
What is dentofacial orthopedics? Many patients wonder what it means when their orthodontist specializes in dentofacial orthopedics. This specialization means that your doctor has training and experience in working with the management of tooth movement (orthodontics) as well as the guidance of facial growth and development (dentofacial orthopedics), which usually occurs during childhood.
Sleep Apnea
Does your child get drowsy easily without any explanation or have trouble focusing during the day? Has your child started snoring loudly or waking up breathless in the middle of the night for no reason? If your child has any of these symptoms, it may be a condition known as sleep apnea. Sleep apnea affects millions of Americans and can be a serious condition. Sleep apnea can be controlled by working with an ear, nose, and throat physician, or a sleep specialist who can prescribe safe and effective treatments.
Surgical Orthodontics
Orthodontics is designed to reposition and straighten teeth, but surgical orthodontics may be needed in some cases to correct more severe jaw irregularities. Surgical orthodontics is used to straighten the jaw into alignment, often improving a patient's ability to chew, speak, and breathe. Braces are often worn in conjunction with orthodontic surgery to make sure the teeth stay in the proper position as well.
