Free Consultation Full Name Email Phone Why You Should Choose an Orthodontist over a General Dentist for Orthodontic Treatment Hey there, fellow readers! Today, I want to talk about something that’s close to my heart – orthodontic treatment. If you’re considering straightening your teeth, you might be wondering whether to go to an orthodontist or a general dentist. Well, let... read more »
The Most Precious Gem: Unleashing the Radiant Smile of a Child Hey there, parents! Today, I wanted to talk about something truly enchanting and invaluable – the infectious smile of a child. As an avid enthusiast in the field of orthodontics, I cannot emphasize enough how crucial it is to embark on this beautiful journey toward a stunning smile at... read more »
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y20eS_zxAqU There is nothing more powerful than a big, wide, white, straight and sincere smile! Following orthodontic treatment, teeth whitening can offer spectacular advantages, improving further the look of your smile. In our Elmhurst and Downers Grove Premier Orthodontics practice, we offer complimentary teeth whitening for our patients who choose clear aligners, and for a very affordable cost for our... read more »
Dr. Radu and our team know it is natural for you to feel some concern when you need to wear any type of dental device to correct a problem with your teeth. Both braces and Invisalign can produce good results in giving you the smile you’ve always wanted. Both methods can straighten your teeth and alleviate such issues as crowding,... read more »
Orthodontic Interproximal Reduction Solves: Crowding, Black Triangles, Avoid Gum Recession & Create Stability Crowding is a relatively common concern for adults who visit their dentist or orthodontist later in life. How do you address this problem in a stable way without creating more problems? Well, one way we’re dealing with this nowadays is a procedure called interproximal reduction or “air... read more »
Hhypodontia means you have congenitally missing teeth! When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with missing teeth, and our team at Premier Orthodontics & Dental Specialists calls this oral condition “hyperdontia.” Primary teeth are the first set of teeth that erupt in your child’s mouth,... read more »
Invisalign is gaining traction as a sought-after solution for orthodontic problems. Unlike traditional braces, which require the placement of brackets on teeth and the connection of unsightly wires, Invisalign works nearly invisibly (as its name suggests). Particularly for those who do not wish to draw attention to their orthodontic work, Invisalign provides an attractive solution. Consultation with an Invisalign® Treatment Provider... read more »
One word no one likes to hear is “cavity!” For those patients of ours wearing braces, hearing that word is especially problematic, considering that delaying any dental work may result in delaying treatment time. We often blame candy as the culprit behind tooth decay, but other foods and drinks that kids consume can be just as harmful to their teeth,... read more »
It’s springtime and it’s again time to remind our patients at Premier Orthodontics & Dental Specialists to protect their faces and pearly whites while out on the field playing sports. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events annually. If you are planning on participating... read more »
How You Can Start Preparing For Your Orthodontic Consultation When you first start thinking about going to the orthodontist, it is normal to feel apprehensive. What will your orthodontic experience bring? Whether you have been advised by a dentist or chosen to seek out orthodontic care from Dr. Radu on your own, there are a few things you can do... read more »