To some people, getting braces might sound like an unnatural and even dangerous procedure. Local Vista orthodontic specialists have the facts on how braces affect teeth. What Braces Do Orthodontic brackets are attached directly to tooth enamel with a special cement. This cement will eventually be removed when the braces are ready to come off. …

Most people see braces as only a cosmetic treatment. They feel that how straight their teeth are isn’t all that important. But can braces make a difference in more than just looks? Dr. Farooq Ahmad shares four ways braces can improve your oral health for the better: 1. Improved Oral Hygiene Straighter teeth are easier …

Pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is very common. What’s not so common is pinpointing a specific cause. But one well-known factor is tooth positioning. The way your teeth close together can critically affect how much stress your jaw receives. It could just be that braces can help take some tension off your jaw. You …

The great thing about today’s orthodontic treatments is that we have so many more options to choose from. Even when it comes to regular braces, like classic orthodontics, or the subtler tooth colored braces, they’re all available here at Brackets Wires & Smiles in Vista. Which one is right for you? The Nature of the …

No matter how much you might need braces, it’s perfectly understandable if you don’t want them! Having a bunch of metal wires attached to your teeth for months on end doesn’t sound very comfortable. More importantly, you probably don’t like the idea of having metal braces show every time you smile. Dr. Farooq Ahmad knows …

Can you have braces if you have missing teeth? How does that work and does it take longer for the orthodontic treatment? These are some of the questions our office gets asked quite often, and the answer always depends on your situation. In most cases orthodontic therapy in conjunction with dental treatment not only enhances …

When you smile in the mirror, do you like what you see? It’s important that you are satisfied with the way your teeth look. But even more important than appearance, is the actual health of your teeth. Straight teeth aren’t exactly a guarantee that they are healthy teeth. How could braces make a difference in …

People don’t usually want to wear braces. And no one among us would choose to have crooked teeth! But what causes teeth to grow in where they shouldn’t? What makes them move around? Dr. Farooq Ahmad of Vista, CA has five reasons teeth get pushed out of alignment to explain to you. 1. Oral Habits …

Working around the gaps left behind by missing teeth can be a bit of a puzzle. But it’s not impossible. By teaming up with a skilled orthodontic team and a great implant specialist, you can start building the smile of your dreams. How Braces Can Help a Spaced-out Smile You might wonder what the point …

If you’ve ever had orthodontic treatment, then you’ve been reminded time and again about how important your retainer is. All that time and effort put into braces could be wasted if you don’t keep your teeth in their new alignment with a retainer. Dr. Farooq Ahmad of Brackets Wires & Smiles offers the following tips …