Keeping your mouth safe, means keeping your braces clean. When implementing your brushing and flossing routine while wearing braces, use caution and brush slowly and safety to avoid accidentally damaging them. Because flossing can be difficult with braces, it may be necessary to add an additional level of care such as mouthwash. In addition, consider these important tips to keep... read more »
Do you have a sore in the mouth that is shallow, white or yellow with a red border? If so, you may be experiencing a canker sore! If you are in need of relief from a canker sore in the mouth, we can help. When you are first wearing braces, these sores may crop up as the soft oral tissues... read more »
Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ disorder, is a painful condition that affects the joints of the upper and lower jaws at the point where they connect to the head. This type of disorder usually starts out as a dull and consistent ache near the ears or temples and is accompanied by pain while using the mouth for things like eating... read more »
Are your teeth in disrepair and in need of an orthodontic treatment to set them right again? If so, our team at Corsa Orthodontics has a variety of treatments that could help. If you need braces, a simple exam can be given to find out how best to treat your needs and formulate a recovery plan for maximum efficiency. Do... read more »
Does your smile suffer from misalignment issues? Are your crooked teeth constantly ruining your social interactions? No matter if your teeth have become misaligned due to environment factors, oral accidents, or bad genetics, you too can have a straight smile that rivals that of movie stars. With an orthodontic treatment such as braces from our team at Corsa Orthodontics, your... read more »
The teeth in your smile do more than just help you express your emotions. They also help you bite and chew the foods you eat. As you age, minor alignment issues can start to develop with your teeth. This is even more likely to occur if you opted not to have braces as a child or if you’ve struggled with... read more »
Getting braces can be an intimidating experience for you or your children who need teeth straightened. We strive to make your experience welcoming and comfortable here at Corsa Orthodontics in San Jose, California, so here’s what you can expect when you get braces. Your first visit will be fairly simple. Dr. Christopher Corsa will assess what kind of misalignment you... read more »
Orthodontic wax is a wonderful tool to help you protect your smile while wearing braces. Our Corsa Orthodontics orthodontic team has some tips that can help you master its use because it’s not very helpful if you’re not sure how to use it. To help you properly cover your braces with orthodontic wax in San Jose, California, we encourage you... read more »
Braces are great appliances that can help you have the perfect smile you deserve. While you are wearing braces, however, you will want to care for your smile to avoid problems, as this may increase treatment time. To stay on track toward your perfect smile and to keep your oral health in tip-top shape, our Corsa Orthodontics orthodontic team encourages... read more »
