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6 Tips for Caring for Ceramic Braces
To feel the most confident while wearing your ceramic braces, you need to take really good care of the braces. The elastic ligatures or ties used to hold the wire which run though the brackets are prone to staining.
Aug 1st, 2023

5 Advantages of Invisalign
Many people wait to start orthodontic treatment or get their teeth straight because they think they need to get metal braces for few years. But metal braces are not the only option to straightening your teeth.
Jun 1st, 2023

Most commonly asked questions about braces
Here are answers to most commonly asked questions about braces!
Feb 1st, 2023

Why go to an orthodontist for straighter smile?
A straighter smile is not just about aesthetics but also affect the health of your smile.
Jan 1st, 2023

4 Tips for Managing the Cost of Braces
If you or your child needs braces, but you just don’t think you can afford it, don’t worry. There are ways to make the cost of braces more affordable.
Dec 1st, 2022

Braces life hacks
As you go through life with braces, you’ll want to have a couple tricks ready in your back pocket to make yourself comfortable and happy.
Nov 1st, 2022

Considering Adult Orthodontic Treatment? Read This First
Have you been considering adult orthodontic treatment? Dr. Lee, Concord orthodontist, discusses what to expect throughout adult orthodontic treatment.
Oct 1st, 2022

5 Reasons Why a Board-Certified Orthodontist Is Better
Choosing an orthodontist for your children or for yourself is a big undertaking. You want someone who will offer you the best type of treatment for your particular alignment issues and who has the skill and experience to give you the best results possible.
Sep 1st, 2022

How a New Smile Can Transform Your Life This Year
If one of your New Year’s resolutions this year was to take better care of yourself than this is the perfect time to consider giving yourself the gift of a healthier, more beautiful smile through orthodontic care. When you feel better about your smile, you
May 1st, 2022

When Do I Get My Braces Off?
Concord, CA- One of the most common questions an orthodontist receives is “When do I get my braces off?” Treatment plans vary between patients and their circumstances, but there are a few similar factors...
Jul 1st, 2023
Do Braces Make The Roots of Your Teeth Shorter?
Have you ever heard or thought about whether or not braces make the roots of your teeth shorter? Dr. Lee, Concord orthodontist, discusses exactly what happens to your teeth when you wear braces.
Aug 15th, 2021

5 Tips for Protecting Braces While Playing Sports
Can you play sports while wearing metal or clear braces? A lot of parents may have this questions and the answer is yes!
Jun 13th, 2021

Common Braces Myths Debunked
There are many myths you may have heard in regard to orthodontic treatment. In this post, Dr. Lee, Concord orthodontist, will be debunking the most common myths about braces.
Jan 1st, 2021

What Are Orthodontic Rubber Bands (Elastics) and How Do They Work
Often times during orthodontic treatment, a patient will receive a bag of orthodontic elastics and is told to wear them whenever they are not eating. Today Dr. Lee discusses the purpose of these orthodontic rubber bands and how they work.
Dec 1st, 2020

What can be done at home to stop the thumb sucking habit
There is widespread agreement that you should take a positive approach with your child to help him/her overcome this habit because this will allow your child to build confidence and take pride in his/her accomplishment. A negative approach that involves cr
Mar 15th, 2020

Do Orthodontic Braces Cause White Spots?
Sometimes when the braces are removed, you will discover white spots underneath where the braces were attached to your teeth. The question for many parents is whether these white spots were a direct result of the braces. The simple answer is no.
Nov 3rd, 2019

Why isn’t my retainer fitting anymore?
Retainers are devices that enable patients to keep their teeth as straight as possible. Here at Lee Orthodontics, we help patients to achieve a lasting a beautiful smile in Concord, CA area and provide them with advice to maintain their smile.
Sep 9th, 2019

Are Braces Painful?
You just went to an orthodontist office and the orthodontist in Concord said you need to get braces. Most likely, you are feeling anxious and have a lot of questions about how the teeth are going to get straighter and if it’s going to hurt.
Jun 3rd, 2019