Green Orthodontics

What Is A Crossbite? A crossbite is a form of teeth misalignment that occurs when a healthy bite is distorted and your teeth don’t fit together as they should. In a correct bite, the upper jaw teeth are placed slightly over the lower jaw teeth. A crossbite could look like your upper teeth (or tooth) […]

Great question! Tooth movement is your body’s natural response to light pressure applied by braces over a period of time (usually two years). Braces work by using brackets that are glued onto your teeth; these brackets have small slots, and that is where Dr. Green and our team insert orthodontic wires. These wires are held

TMJ can be highly uncomfortable for some people. The repetitive clenching of the jaw or grinding of the teeth can lead to jaw pain, headaches, teeth sensitivity, and other negative side effects. TMJ can also be a result of a dislocated jaw, muscular spasms in the face, misalignment of teeth, or arthritis in the temporomandibular

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMJ as it’s more commonly known, can be a real pain to live with. The conscious, sub-conscious, or unconscious grinding and clenching of the teeth can lead to a sore jaw, headaches, sensitive teeth, and other uncomfortable symptoms. While you may be able to control jaw movements while you are awake,

Everyone deserves a smile they can be proud of, and many achieve straightened, well-aligned teeth after undergoing orthodontic treatment as a child. But for adults who do not have the privilege of having straight teeth, orthodontics are still an option. In fact, there is no such thing as being too old for orthodontic treatment. More adults

Early (Phase 1) Treatment At Green Orthodontics, we emphasize the importance of early orthodontic screenings. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that the first orthodontic visit take place at 7 years of age since some children at this age begin to reveal signs of jaw and or tooth imbalances. Though many children will not need braces or

Clear Braces Decatur, GA Clear braces offer an orthodontic treatment option that will align your teeth effectively and quickly, provide an esthetic look during treatment, and correct your specific orthodontic needs. We offer our patients Radiance Plus braces, a clear solution from American Orthodontics that allows our patients to smile confidently while their teeth are

TMJ: Occlusal Splint/Night Guard Therapy For patients with disorders of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), splint (night guard) therapy can often deliver much-needed relief. A properly adjusted occlusal splint does more than just protect the teeth. By covering up the areas of the top teeth that normally guide the bottom teeth and jaw into a non-ideal

Surgical orthodontics addresses issues with jaw alignment. When it is out of alignment, it can affect the bite, as well as the function of the mouth. Some misaligned jaws are may be problematic as they can  cause abnormal wear on the teeth and other secondary symptoms, such as headaches. Also known as orthognathic surgery, surgical