Orthodontics

In our years of offering braces in Overland Park and Olathe, we’ve seen our fair share of cut lips and broken hardware thanks to patients getting hit in the face with a ball or an elbow during a game when they weren’t wearing a mouthguard. Yet, it’s not just kids with braces who need to protect their teeth when playing sports. While braces certainly add to the risk of injury, even children (and adults!) wearing Invisalign, retainers, or nothing at all should be taking precautions. Avoiding tooth and mouth injuries in children while playing sports can be as simple as using protective gear like a mouthguard.

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A gummy smile, known as excessive gingival display in doctor speak, is when you smile and too much gum tissue shows above the top teeth. Patients who visit Moon Orthodontics concerned about a gummy smile often say it makes them feel self-conscious or that their smile seems less attractive. Well, we have good news. A gummy smile can be fixed. Though the type of treatment will depend on what’s causing the excessive gingival display, once we figure out the source, we can work on creating a gorgeous, healthy grin. Read More

When patients visit us for orthodontic treatment in Overland Park or Olathe, KS, we always kick off the process with a consultation. At your first visit to Moon Orthodontics, we conduct an examination, determine your goals and discuss potential treatment options. We go over a lot of information and we pride ourselves on being thorough but we love when patients ask questions too. If something isn’t covered or you want clarification, this allows you to get all of the details you need to make confident decisions. Read More

Sometimes when patients visit our Olathe and Overland Park orthodontic offices for their first consultation, they’re surprised by what they learn about braces and Invisalign since there are a lot of orthodontic misconceptions floating around. This is mainly because the field has experienced so much innovation and the process of straightening teeth is way different than it used to be (just look at how much smaller and more comfortable metal braces are!). At Moon Orthodontics we like to make sure our patients are informed and confident when it comes time to choose a treatment option so we want to dispel some of these common orthodontic myths.
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As an orthodontist in Olathe and Overland Park, one of the most common questions I hear is, “How long will I have to wear braces?” Since orthodontics isn’t a one-size-fits-all deal and everyone’s mouths are unique, it will vary from patient to patient. Based on a national survey, it takes an average of 23 months to complete orthodontic treatment.. Some lucky patients get in and out in as little as six months and others can require treatment for three years. While we can’t give you an exact length of time, we can talk about factors that influence the duration of your braces or Invisalign treatment.
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