Early Orthodontic Treatment - Extracting teeth

Decrease the need to extract permanent teeth in the future.

Your child’s jaws continue to grow to accommodate room for their back molars and wisdom teeth. However, contrary to what most parents might think, the space for your child’s front teeth is at its maximum at age 4. Between ages 4 and 12, about 4-8 mm of space (the width of a tooth) is lost naturally by the back teeth moving forward.

Early treatment minimizes extracting permanent teeth by allowing Dr. Hoss to modify the shape of the jaw, create more room and preserve needed space when primary teeth are still present.

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‘Window of opportunity’ during growth

Certain jaw movements, such as widening of the upper jaw, should be done prior to fusion of the upper jaw bones which typically starts at age 8. Often by the time all the permanent teeth erupt, the procedures that would have required minimal growth modification during earlier years may require jaw surgery  and / or extraction of permanent teeth and may result in compromised treatment results. Which is way having an orthodontist specialist is important to have your child visit for a free consultation no later than age 7 as a preventative measure. 

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Craniosynostosis affects 1 in 2000 infants

Learn more about Craniosynostosis, how it affects 1 in 2000 infants, the causes and treatment. Dr. Hoss at The Super Dentists has had the privilege of working with Brittany and a great team of doctors to help Brittany achieve the smile that she has always wanted. Click the link below more information on Brittany and how much of an inspiration she is!!!

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Early Orthodontic Treatment Phase 1

Early Orthodontic Treatment

When most people think of orthodontics, they only think of the actual “braces” that are typically placed to straighten permanent teeth. However, one of the crucial roles that orthodontics plays ins in the treatment done during a child’s early years. Before all the permanent teeth have come in.

There are many specific reasons to consider early (Phase 1) orthodontic intervention for children. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have a check up with an orthodontic specialist no  later than age 7. Occasionally, children as young as 4 to 6 are treated for certain orthodontic problems such as under bites. Needs for individual children vary, so the there are several reasons that should be considered that we will blog about for the rest of the week.

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Early Treatment: thumb - sucking

Correct harmful habits - Habits such as thumb-sucking or tongue-thrusting can not only interfere with proper speech and chewing, but they can also cause problems that, if untreated as a young child, could require jaw surgery later in life.

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How does adult treatment with braces differ from childrens treatment?

1) Adults are more self-conscious about having “braces”

One of the best advancements in orthodontic research in recent years is in the area of clear and “invisible” braces. These braces achieve excellent results and function in much the same way as traditional braces. However, hardly anyone ever knows you’re wearing them and when using Incognito braces no one will actually know you are wearing braces.

Not all orthodontists are trained in invisible braces or can say that they are a premier provider; this requires a great deal of technical skill and attention. The Super Dentists can help you “GO INVISIBLE” by choosing which type of treatment is best for you:

a) In-Ovation® C – are the latest in technology in clear braces that will not stain for fast results and fewer appointments.

 

b) Invisalign® - uses patented clear trays to gently move teeth into their proper position over time and can be removed for brushing, flossing and eating.

c) IncognitoTM– are 100% customized to follow the contours of your teeth and are made one patient at a time, one tooth at a time for the back side of your teeth so they are completely invisible!

2) Growing older

 

Differences such as lack of jaw growth or some breakdown of teeth and bone may create special treatment needs for adults. As you age, you may experience problems like bone loss, loose teeth, lack of jaw growth, etc. There can cause orthodontic problems unique to adults. Dr. Hoss’ experience in teaching orthodontics in the area of adult treatment uniquely qualifies him to achieve great results for his adult patients.

3) Time Factor

You’ll be pleased to learn that, we understand how busy you are with your current schedule and lifestyle. That is why The Super Dentists meticulously utilizes recent technologies such as self-adjusting braces, Invisalign and super wires, which make orthodontics very efficient.  These technologies result in:

-Shorter treatment time

-Fewer and shorter office visits

-More comfort

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How to Train Your Dragon - Toothless the dragon

..stopped by our office to and dropped off movie posters, pencils and beanies stop by before we run out of fun stuff!

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Incognito (the braces plaeced behind your teeth) Day April 27th San Diego

Go Invisible!

Incognito braces are placed on the back side of your teeth, so they are completely hidden from view!

You’ve been wanting a beautiful smile, but can’t imagine yourself with braces?  The Super Dentists in San Diego County are pleased to let you in on a little secret on how you can wear braces and no one will ever know…unless you tell them.

Dr. Kami Hoss is the only premier provider of Incognito braces in all of San Diego, which means that he is among the very few elite orthodontists in the country to offer these ‘invisible’ braces to his patients. 

Incognito braces are made one patient at a time, one tooth at a time. They are completely INVISIBLE,  comfortable, and appropriate for both teenagers and adults.

Dr. Hoss will be providing treatment consultations to answer your questions about Incognito braces, the hidden braces. If you have wondered about Incognito braces and if having braces placed on the backside of your teeth is an option for you, ask the scheduling coordinator to schedule you for an appointment for this special event.

ONLY for Incognito Day you will receive the following promotion on April 27th:

Complimentary records (x-rays, photos, impressions, etc.) - $350 value

Incognito braces for only the same price of our traditional braces, this is a $500 savings to you!

Space is limited to the first 15 appointments.

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Myth or Fact: My family dentist says he can straighten my teeth....

As per the American Academy of Orthodontics:

MYTH: My family dentist says he can straighten my teeth.
FACT: An orthodontist has 2-3 years of specialized training beyond dental school and is a specialist at straightening teeth and insuring proper form and function. A dentist may see a handful of cases a year amid drilling and filling. An orthodontist only practices orthodontics and treats hundreds of patients.

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At The Super Dentists we embrace technology, whether it’s through the innovative orthodontic or pediatric dentistry treatments we offer, our high-tech web site or our Facebook fan page. We love connecting with our patients online, whether it’s by sharing news on our blog or communicating ideas on our fan page. For social media to work, however, conversation is vital, and that’s why we invite you to join in and tell us what’s on your mind. Although social networks hugely popular these days, we know they're unpredictable and ever-changing.

We thought we’d ask you, our loyal patients: How would you like us to use our social networks? What would you like us to share on our blog or on our Facebook Fan Page? Send us your thoughts to whatsnew@thesuperdentists.com or give our creative department a call  619.591.2654!

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Orthodontic Treatment

Orthodontic treatment is about a change for the better, no matter what your age. It can give you the confidence and pride that comes with having straight teeth and great smile. However, Dr. Hoss has another equally important treatment goal: to improve the health of your teeth and gums. The fact is, given time, orthodontic problems such as crowded teeth may contribute to tooth decay, gum tissue. Poor tooth alignment can also contribute to pain in your jaw joints.  

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2010 Sponsorships

2010 Sponsorships

Thank you to everyone that contacted The Super Dentists to sponsor your school team for 2010. If your team is not on the list please do contact us and in October we establish the list of sponsors for the following year.

We are sponsoring the following teams this year:
Chula Vista Little League
Eastlake Little League
National City Diablo’s Pop Warner Team
Salt Creek Elementary Soccer Team

Please note as a patient you can always donate your points to help out your school as well :)

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