The proper alignment of your teeth is important for cosmetic and functional reasons. Deviations in your bite pattern can leave you with an unattractive smile, as well as an increased chance of suffering chipped tooth enamel, dental fractures, and a loss of tooth tissue. To correct your bad bite without the use of traditional braces, Dr. John Fleming might be... read more »

If you are considering straightening your smile with an alternative system to traditional braces, you might consider looking into Invisalign®. Instead of brackets and wires and bands, you will be using removable plastic aligners 20 to 22 hours a day to gradually shift your teeth into alignment. By using predictable, controlled tooth movements, with Invisalign you will be seeing our... read more »

To keep your braces clean, read our blog for crucial steps and ensure your teeth stay clean and healthy. Orthodontic patients must know how to keep their braces clean, to protect their teeth – and their investment. By learning the proper way of cleaning your braces, you can ensure your oral health stays healthy for the remainder of your treatment... read more »

Wearing braces not only can improve the appearance of your smile, but it can also improve the health of your smile. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, crooked or crowded teeth put you at risk for tooth decay and gum disease because cleaning them properly can be a challenge. In addition, when you have a misaligned bite, precious tooth... read more »

Invisalign® is one of the more popular options for adults who need to correct minor deviations in the alignment of their teeth. Through the course of the various aligner changes your teeth will be gradually brought into their ideal position. This will provide you with a more attractive smile and teeth that are less prone to chips, dental fractures, and... read more »

Your braces are a serious investment which will correct the alignment of your teeth. Dr. Gluck can adjust the tension on your braces. Over time this will steadily shift your teeth into their ideal position. If any part of your braces becomes broken or you suffer from cavities on multiple teeth, the complications and treatment process may alter the tension... read more »

When you have braces, it’s easy to forget about your oral hygiene routine and allow plaque and bacteria to grow on your smile and around your braces. This might seem harmless, but it’s not. In fact, if you let plaque live on your smile for too long, gum disease can form, and you can suffer swollen and bloody gums. So,... read more »

Braces are handy appliances that can give you the smile of your dreams. However, if you’re not careful and take good care of your smile, you could suffer the consequences, and one of those consequences is soft enamel. So, it’s important to do all you can to maintain strong enamel when you have braces in Johns Creek, Georgia, and our... read more »

Snore guards are typically used to help mitigate snoring and breathing interruptions caused by untreated sleep apnea. They often need to be prescribed by a qualified orthodontist like Dr. John Fleming. There are several different designs and styles. The one he recommends for you will be based on the particular details of your mouth as well as your personal preference.... read more »

Sometimes brushing your teeth when you have braces is quite challenging. This is to be expected, especially because braces have tiny brackets and wires that can make removing food particles and plaque a tough task. However, no matter how tough brushing can be, it’s still important to properly and effectively clean your teeth and appliance. To help you do so,... read more »