At Adventure Orthodontics we believe that orthodontic care needs to accomplish three things. First, it must enhance the confidence our patient has with their smile. Second, treatment should improve a patient’s oral function and bite. Third, our treatment decisions must not negatively impact a patient’s overall health. In fact, our treatment should improve the patient’s overall health and continue to do so, even many years later.

We use orthodontic techniques to improve jaw position and in support of the hard and soft tissues of the face and we strongly feel permanent tooth extraction is over-used. Yes, it has its place, but we believe that creating more space for adult teeth is a better alternative. Why? When permanent teeth are extracted, support of the upper lip is lessened. It may not be readily obvious in a young patient, but years later (when the collagen is gone from youthful lips) lips will be flatter without proper dental support. We haven’t heard of many people wanting flatter lips as they age.

Orthodontics isn’t easy. We can help you easily learn what to expect as you begin your adventure towards the smile you’ve always wanted.