Traditional metal braces are a classic orthodontic appliance with an excellent track record of aligning teeth and jaws, producing straighter smiles and improving oral health. Modern versions are more comfortable,… Read More

Let’s face it, one of the biggest learning curves when it comes to braces is not being able to indulge in some of your favorite foods. Although it’s very important… Read More

Here at Kottemann Orthodontics, we treat many patients who are active in sports, and we are often asked if braces mean being stuck on the sidelines. Even though Dwight Howard… Read More

Do you have chronic discomfort in your shoulder, neck or upper back, or frequently experience headaches, ear discomfort, or jaw pain? These could all be related to your temporomandibular joint… Read More

Patients often question the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist. In fact, some people mistakenly assume the two are interchangeable. While there are many similarities, there are also significant… Read More

Orthodontic treatment is actually for patients of all ages, even though we often think of tweens and teens when we talk about braces. About 25% of current orthodontic patients are… Read More

While more and more adults are getting braces today, the majority get them as children or teenagers. Some in this group fear that after their braces come off, their wisdom… Read More

There’s a great deal of time and energy that goes into orthodontic treatment, whether you’ve spent years in braces or have been sporting Invisalign aligners for a number of months.… Read More