Tuckahoe, NY – It’s never too late to get the smile of your dreams. Healthy teeth can be moved at any age, so if you’ve never had orthodontic treatment or your smile has shifted, you can still get that smile you’ve always wanted. Can my teeth still be moved as an adult? Aren’t most orthodontic patients… Read more »
Tuckahoe, NY – You’re unique and so is your smile. And when it comes to seeking out orthodontic treatment for that smile, you want treatment that is as special as you are. That’s where the experts at Tuckahoe Family Orthodontics come in. Led by Dr. Sam Polan, the team at Tuckahoe Family Orthodontics knows that no… Read more »
Tuckahoe, NY – Are you or your child one of the many Americans who have a less than ideal bite, leading to a not-so-perfect smile? Orthodontic treatment can help, not just by providing a more beautiful smile, but by ensuring a properly functioning bite and a healthier mouth. Two of the most commonly treated malocclusions are… Read more »
Bronxville, NY – A palatal expander is a device that creates more room in the mouth by working to widen the upper palate. That may sound a little bit scary, but palatal expanders are a very commonly used appliance and can provide your child with their perfect smile. “We recommend the use of palatal expanders for… Read more »
Bronxville, NY – When most people think of the average orthodontic patient, they probably conjure up a teen in their minds. However, the correct age to visit an orthodontist for the first time is around the age of seven. While not every child will need orthodontic treatment at this time, some children can benefit from what… Read more »
Tuckahoe, NY – Orthodontists commonly get questions from parents about when a child’s baby teeth are supposed to fall out, especially since the ideal time to visit an orthodontist is at the age of 7. Should parents worry if their child’s teeth aren’t falling out? It’s common for parents to be focused on a child’s… Read more »
Riverdale, NY – To get the smile of your dreams, you have to put in a bit of work to ensure that your treatment stays on track. To brushing and flossing frequently, to avoiding certain foods, to maintaining all follow-up appointments, you are an active participant in your treatment. One important facet of treatment to… Read more »
