by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 31, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysVerify your orthodontist has an active Florida dental license and completed orthodontic residency training, not just general dentistry, to ensure safe and specialized tooth movement treatment.North Miami orthodontists offer three main options: traditional...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 31, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysDigital impression scanners eliminate messy, gag-inducing putty trays by capturing 3D tooth images in minutes, making orthodontic visits significantly more comfortable and faster than traditional impression methods.Research confirms digital scans are...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 31, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysResearch shows custom braces do not guarantee faster treatment—studies report mixed results, with some showing no meaningful time difference compared to traditional braces, so speed should not be the primary decision factor.Custom braces excel at bracket...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 31, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysTreatment timelines vary by complexity: minor cosmetic fixes take a few months to a year, while moderate crowding takes 12-18 months and complex bite issues require 18-36 months of safe tooth movement.Accelerated orthodontic techniques (corticotomy,...
by Eric Pulizzano | Aug 31, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysResearch shows self-ligating brackets do not significantly reduce overall treatment time compared to traditional braces—one study found treatment averaged 20.4 months versus 18.2 months, a non-significant difference.Self-ligating brackets offer modest...
