We get questions all the time about invisible braces and we’re here to help you understand what invisible braces are (and aren’t!) We’ll also talk about the pros and cons of invisible braces and how these treatments, while not actually invisible, are much more...
Dr. Sandra Nairooz’s journey to becoming a board-certified orthodontist in Texas started in Cairo, Egypt, where she was born and raised. Her commitment and dedication to her profession led her to open Solana Orthodontics in San Antonio, where she sees patients of all...
Did you know that some children benefit from orthodontics as early as age 7? Most of us associate braces and retainers with older kids and teens, but there are some targeted treatments that begin earlier. They happen during the “mixed dentition” phase, or when...
Dr. Brandi Lewis originally hails from California, but now lives in Spring, Texas, where she recently opened her own practice, Brightside Braces. She’s one of those lucky and determined people who found her passion at a young age and worked hard to make her dreams...
Adults with braces used to be rare, but according to the American Association of Orthodontists, today approximately 1 in 3 orthodontic patients are over the age of 18. Even so, most people still associate braces with kids and teens. Adults who are unhappy with their...
“When should I take my child to the orthodontist?” is a question we get all the time from parents. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that all children see an orthodontist at around age 7 for an evaluation, with or without a referral from their...
For Dr. Jeff Shao of Showtime Orthodontics in The Woodlands, Texas, there’s nothing like the feeling of changing someone’s life through orthodontic treatment. His love for orthodontics and his passion for the blend of science and art that defines his profession...
The average number of adults in the United States who get braces has grown significantly over the past decade, and maybe you’re thinking about joining the ranks. But how do you know you need orthodontic treatment? Have you been unhappy with your smile for a long time?...
“I’ve been invited to quinceañeras, football games, birthday parties and I kind of become an extension of their family just by being their orthodontist” - Dr. Shaun Perryman Dr. Shaun Perryman owns his own orthodontic practice in San Antonio, Texas and he is grateful...