Traditionally seen as a rite of passage for teens, braces are usually spotted on young adults after all the permanent teeth have fully appeared. Only then is the orthodontist able to examine and more properly optimize the teeth’s placement within the mouth. Notwithstanding, it is now fairly commonplace for adults to get braces either because they never had them as... read more »

If you’re curious to know what orthodontic aligners can do for you, then you have come to the right blog. Today, our orthodontist, Dr. Jaime Rivera, is happy to tell you all about how aligners can help you, your smile, and your oral health. Aligners are mouthguard-like appliances that fit over your arch of teeth and add pressure to the... read more »

When it comes to choosing your path for orthodontics, it’s easier to make the right choice when you have a good understanding of the different treatments. Our orthodontist and team have provided the common types of orthodontic treatments to help you choose wisely. Traditional Metal Braces Metal braces are the most common option and have been highly tested over the... read more »

As you may already know, your orthodontist, Dr. Jaime Rivera, strongly encourages you to have a braces-friendly diet when you’re aligning your teeth with braces. This is very important. If you would like to know why it’s vital for a successful orthodontic journey, then our orthodontic team is happy to tell you. One reason why it’s important to have a... read more »

In order to ensure your smile can continue to thrive, it is important to routinely check your mouth from any indications of tooth slippage or bad bites. If a bad bite, also called a malocclusion, is present, it will need to be treated with an orthodontic therapy to straighten your smile. If you have any malocclusions with your incisors, they... read more »

The time has come for your braces to be removed and you are excited! You’re ready to show the world your new, straight smile. You are also looking forward to having a healthier smile that is easier to care for. You may be wondering, however, what comes after braces. In most cases, our orthodontist will recommend a retainer after braces... read more »

Sometimes Dr. Jaime Rivera and the staff specialists at Rivera Orthodontics can correct minor deviations in the alignment of your teeth with the Invisalign® system of removable orthodontic braces. These clear plastic aligners gradually alter the position and orientation of your teeth to provide you with a more attractive smile and a mouth that will be less prone to dental... read more »

If you’re preparing to have a tooth extraction, it’s important to make sure that your mouth has the proper chance to heal. Otherwise your mouth may be at a higher risk of infection or damage. Listed below are a few tips to help keep the process moving smoothly: - The most important thing to do after a tooth extraction is... read more »

The alignment of your smile affects your self-confidence and oral health. If you suffer from a bad bite, an orthodontic treatment may be best for you. To learn more about it, please read the following: - Given society’s desire for straight teeth, along with its oral health benefits, orthodontics focuses on doing just that: straightening teeth. - Orthodontic aligners, retainers,... read more »

You will invest a great deal of time not to mention a great deal of money, in orthodontics to straighten your smile. After all the time you have spent wearing your braces, cleaning them, and seeing your dentist for the necessary appointments, you won’t want all of that effort to go to waste. To make certain that your teeth stay... read more »