A palatal expander can fix a variety of oral issues; this includes creating room for overcrowded teeth, widening the upper jaw to fit properly over the lower jaw. There are things you can do to ease the discomfort of a new appliances. At Stormberg Orthodontics, we want all patients to feel comfortable following their treatment plans.
Patients often ask for the most effective way to keep their teeth healthy and vibrant for years to come. We believe in foundational habits practiced daily to create positive outcomes. More specifically, here’s why brushing and flossing are critical for a beautiful smile.
Proper care for a non-removable oral appliance, such as a palatal expander, can take some extra time. But don’t worry! Stormberg Orthodontics has some tips and tricks to help anyone who is wearing rapid palatal expanders
There are a few things parents can do to get their kids excited about their upcoming orthodontic journey. Our orthodontist in La Mesa recommends trying the following tactics to brighten your child’s mood about braces!
Misaligned teeth don’t always mess up a beautiful smile; some malocclusions can be more subtle, hidden behind other teeth, or they can even be endearing to some people. But even if your misaligned teeth don’t keep you from smiling, they can cause a lot of problems later on in life, which can be both expensive and painful to fix.
You’ve started treatment, now what to do in the real world?! Check out information, tips, and tools to help you on the go!
Spring is here and now is a great time to prepare for the summer, especially since life is resuming back to normal! With a busy schedule during the summer, such as graduations, camp, summer school, vacations, going outdoors, it is easy to forget about the importance of taking care of your braces.
Our team enjoys candy just as much as the next person, but knowing what we know about the potentially harmful and negative effects candy can have on teeth, we suggest staying away from candy when possible. This is why we’ve written out some helpful tips on how to limit your consumption of candy
Dr. Stormberg is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists and is one of the top 1% North American Super Elite Invisalign & Invisalign Teen providers. He continually strives to provide the highest quality of orthodontic care to his patients. Dr. Kurt Stormberg is the past president of the San Diego County Dental Society and is also the past president of the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, which is a professional organization of orthodontic specialists whose mission is to help its members provide the highest level of care to the public!
