What makes the BEST Orthodontist? Five Traits to Look for When Choosing an Orthodontist for Yourself or Your Child
Every orthodontist must complete dental school and then complete an intensive specialty residency in orthodontics. Some orthodontists go the extra mile and obtain a master’s degree in science. So how do you choose the best orthodontist for yourself or your child? We suggest looking for FIVE KEY TRAITS: Your orthodontist must be caring. More specifically,…
Read MoreOrthodontics & Sports Injuries
Orthodontics & Sports. We all love adventure whatever our age. In this, a time of thrill-seeking and dedication for the mighty WINNER in all of us. Sport, in whatever iteration is an integral part of our lives here in the front-range. But, so is our Orthodontic health. You might have braces to improve your smile…
Read MoreOrthodontics and the Environment
We all care about a lot of things. The world we leave for our children is a new and important endeavor. Our health is also important. Medical issues like orthodontics are paramount to us and our oral health. But, can we attain a great smile and perfect oral health while also caring for the earth?…
Read MoreTreating Orthodontic Pain at Home (2020)
When braces are first applied, it can take several days to get used to the new appliances. During this time, the mouth may feel tender or sore. While soreness is rarely problematic enough to warrant additional dental care, contact your orthodontist if soreness becomes highly uncomfortable. Causes of Orthodontic SorenessContents1 Causes of Orthodontic Soreness2 What…
Read MoreIt’s Training Time
Dr. Jennifer Friedman is hard at work preparing for your visit!
Read MoreView of our New Facility!
We are excited to showcase a new arial video of our facility. Stay tuned for an inside look at Arvada’s newest Premier Orthodontics Facility.
Read MorePediatric Sleep Disordered Breathing
Sleep disorder breathing can affect many children. We will take a deep dive into why it’s caused and some solutions. At each consultation where I always do a Full and Complete Orthodontic Examination, I screen every patient for any airway issues. Airway obstructions can decrease the amount of oxygen you receive, and can cause sleep…
Read MoreCrowding and Impacted Teeth
One of the most common concerns that patients have, bringing them to consult with me are crowded or impacted teeth. Crowding of the teeth is when there is not enough room in the jaws for all of the teeth to be in a perfect position, and can cause seriously misaligned teeth, or even tooth impaction.…
Read MoreWhy Early Treatment?
A lot of parents ask me, “is it too early for my child to have braces? She has a lot of growth left, so maybe she will grow into a better bite?” The fact is that BECAUSE she is still growing is exactly why it is IMPORTANT to start treatment early if children need it. …
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Videos introducing Jenny Cardiel and our brand new facility!
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