Every patient has different treatment needs, Dr. Gomez will work with each patient to establish a goal and provide the most appropriate treatment catered to each individual needs.

  • Aligners - Invisalign®
  • Braces - Ceramic and Metal
  • Dentofacial Orthopedics - Headgear, Facemask
  • Surgical Orthodontics
  • Temporary Anchorage Device (TAD) - Mini-implants
  • Retention - Retainers

Orthodontic Treatment for Children

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends all children get a check-up with an orthodontic specialist no later than age 7. While your child's teeth may appear to be straight, there could be a problem that only an orthodontist can detect. Orthodontists can spot subtle problems with jaw growth and emerging teeth while some baby teeth are still present. A check-up may reveal that your child's bite is fine. Or, the orthodontist may identify a developing problem but recommend monitoring the child's growth and development, and then, if indicated, begin treatment at the appropriate time for the child. In other cases, the orthodontist might find a problem that can benefit from early treatment. 

Problems to Watch for in Growing Children

Malocclusions ("bad bites") illustrated below may benefit from early diagnosis and full evaluation by an orthodontic specialist. 

Crossbite of Front Teeth - Top teeth are behind bottom teeth

Crossbite of Front Teeth - Top teeth are behind bottom teeth

Crossbite of Back Teeth - top teeth are to the inside of bottom teeth

Crossbite of Back Teeth - top teeth are to the inside of bottom teeth

Crowding

Crowding

Protrusion

Protrusion

Deep Bite

Deep Bite

Open Bite

Open Bite

Underbite

Underbite

Spacing

Spacing

Oral Habits - Sucking on thumb, fingers

Oral Habits - Sucking on thumb, fingers

 

Orthodontic Treatment for Adults

Correction of orthodontic problems in adults in conjunction with regular dental care can improve overall oral health. Treatment decisions should be made in consultation with the family dentist, the orthodontist and other specialist, if necessary. 

Erin discusses her experience with Orthodontic Treatment as an Adult. Courtesy of American Association of Orthodontists.

Problems to Watch for in Adults

Malocclusions illustrated below may be improved by orthodontic treatment.  

Anterior Crossbite

Anterior Crossbite

Spacing

Spacing

Crowding

Crowding

Open Bite

Open Bite

Protrusion

Protrusion

Impacted/Tipped/Missing Teeth

Impacted/Tipped/Missing Teeth

Periodontal Problems

Periodontal Problems

Tooth Wear/Bruxism

Tooth Wear/Bruxism

Deep Bite

Deep Bite

Class II

Class II

Vertical Problems

Vertical Problems

Class III

Class III

Courtesy American Association of Orthodontists