Can Orthodontists Help Detect Cavities? Here’s What You Should Know
Cavities can be a hidden threat to your oral health, often developing without noticeable symptoms until significant damage occurs. Early detection is crucial to preventing tooth decay and avoiding more extensive treatment. However, many people wonder, can orthodontists detect cavities? Dr. Boris Pinhasov, a board-certified orthodontist at BP Smiles NY, says, “Yes, since orthodontists are […]
Cleaning Your Invisalign Case: Safe Methods for Best Hygiene
Invisalign is used to fix several dental problems including gapping and crooked teeth. It features a series of easily removable transparent aligner trays. As patients wear aligner trays for over 20 hours, it’s essential to clean them regularly. So, how should you clean an Invisalign case? Dr. Boris Pinhasov, a board-certified orthodontist at BP Smiles […]
Can You Have Braces with Dental Implants? Here’s What You Need to Know
Braces and dental implants both work to improve your smile—braces align your teeth, while implants replace missing teeth. Many patients wonder if it’s possible to have both treatments together. Dr. Boris Pinhasov, a board-certified orthodontist at BP Smiles, explains, “Yes, patients with dental implants can still get braces to improve the alignment of their teeth. […]
Can Invisalign Cause Headaches? Here’s What You Need to Know
Invisalign is a popular orthodontic treatment for individuals seeking to straighten their teeth in a discreet and comfortable way. It uses a series of clear, custom-made trays that gradually shift teeth into proper alignment. But can Invisalign cause headaches? Dr. Boris Pinhasov from BP Smiles explains, “Invisalign, like other orthodontic treatments, applies pressure to the […]
Delaying Orthodontic Treatment? What’s Your Excuse!
If you or a family member have been putting off orthodontic treatment, here at BP Smiles we have one question for you: Why? Today’s treatments achieve life-changing results for patients seeking beautiful smiles, plus the added benefits of improving the way you breathe, speak and eat. Today we’ve assembled a list of the most common […]
Staying Motivated During Treatment
Beginning the journey toward a healthy, beautiful and more confident smile with our orthodontist at BP Smiles is exciting. Whether you’ve chosen one of several types of braces, or clear aligners, it’s a journey that requires commitment. Realigning the teeth and jaws is a subtle process that unfolds over time, and we realize our patients […]
How To Survive — and Thrive — With Braces This Summer
The orthodontist at BP Smiles is all about making sure that your teeth are working together like an all-star team to efficiently chew and digest your food, all the while providing a dazzling smile. Today we’d like to spend a few minutes exploring the role each of the 32 members of this all-star team plays, […]
Stop Problems Before They Start
The number 7 is often thought to bring luck. Seven is also significant in the world of orthodontics. It’s the age at which your child, whose mouth is growing and forming rapidly, should see an orthodontist for interceptive treatment. Early intervention can correct issues that would worsen over time. Not all early visits mean orthodontic […]
Our Orthodontist Has Something For You To Chew On
You may not have given much thought to the way you chew your food, but our orthodontist at BP Smiles has examined this complex technique closely and knows how vitally important it is to our oral and overall health. Beyond the aesthetic benefits, our treatments ensure that your teeth are properly aligned so that each […]
Speaking Freely: One of Orthodontic Treatment’s Benefits
Although most people may seek orthodontic treatment to enhance their appearance, our specialist at BP Smiles wants to remind new and prospective patients that we deliver many other benefits beyond a radiant smile. Most people might not even consider the effects that straight, perfectly aligned teeth and jaws have on the way they speak. Let’s […]
