Getting braces, or any other form of orthodontic care is one of the “big” events in life for most people. It’s great to get started because it means at the end of your treatment, you’ll end up with an amazing, beautiful smile that’ll be the envy of everyone. But what happens if you run into a problem during orthodontic treatment?... read more »

Having aligned teeth can help your oral health for years to come. Did you know, crooked teeth can lead to more frequent cavities, bruxism, and TMD? Well, it’s true! That is why having an expert orthodontist like Dr. Galati with Galati Orthodontics in Scottsdale, Arizona, is essential so that you can get the right orthodontic treatment for you. There are... read more »

Are you ready to correct your teeth with braces? If so, you have come to the right place! Dr. Galati with Galati Orthodontics in Scottsdale, Arizona, and our entire orthodontic team is happy to assist you with your oral health and to help correct your alignment with braces. Braces are an effective orthodontic treatment used to correct the alignment of... read more »

Traditional orthodontic braces incorporate a matrix of brackets, wires, bands, spacers, and other orthodontic components to create a system capable of affecting periodontal connective tissues and teeth. Through the course of multiple adjustments, your misaligned teeth will be gradually brought into their best possible orientation. This form of treatment will eventually provide you with a more attractive smile and teeth... read more »

Orthodontics isn't just about having straighter teeth, it's also about aligning one's bite. When a bite is crowded or crooked, this malocclusion can cause a variety of problems. Indeed, misalignment can invite tooth decay, gum disease, tooth loss, dental erosion from uneven wear, and even jaw problems. An aligned bite actually creates a healthier mouth, no matter whether your misalignment... read more »

At Galati Orthodontics, our orthodontist, Dr. Galati is happy to assist our patients in Scottsdale, Arizona, with their teeth straightening needs to give them the appealing smiles they desire. Because it is important to maintain healthy teeth and gums in or out of braces, we're sharing some oral care habits to maintain as you straighten your smile in braces Oral... read more »

Braces are no longer just for young people anymore, they are helping more adults than ever before to improve their oral health while aligning their smiles. At Galati Orthodontics in Scottsdale, Arizona, we are pleased to offer orthodontic treatment for adults and children. Why would you need to straighten your smile as an adult? If you have never had orthodontic treatment while... read more »

Traditional braces typically include brackets that are cemented onto the faces of your teeth with a strong dental adhesive. Not only does it help hold the orthodontic components in place, but it also prevents the underlying tooth enamel from direct exposure to substances that can cause dental stains. It’s important to note that the exposed tooth enamel will still be... read more »

Your new braces represent a significant investment in correcting the alignment of your teeth. This requires routine adjustment appointments at Dr. Galati’s orthodontic clinic. Each one of these sessions will tighten your braces to bring your teeth one step closer to their ideal alignment. Maintaining your braces throughout the realignment process is very important. If one of the components is... read more »