Contrary to popular belief, orthodontic treatment is not just for older children and teens who have alignment and spacing issues. At our Carlsbad, CA office, orthodontic treatment offers many benefits for children at a young age. Dr. Michael Willes can identify your child’s alignment issues early, and provide treatment as the teeth begin to develop.…
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In a perfect world, we would all jump out of bed ready to greet the day with a big smile and a toothbrush close at hand to clean our teeth immediately. But if you can’t even find your toothbrush before you’ve had your first cup of coffee, does it really make a difference if you…
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The team at Willes Orthodontics loves to help adults achieve straighter teeth and a beautiful smile. If you are considering getting braces, here are some things you’ll need to know. Can braces work for adults? The good news is that braces work for just about anyone. There are several different types of braces, howver, and…
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We probably all remember sitting through history lessons during our schooling years. Revolutionary war heroes, English royals, and pop-culture icons filled the pages of our textbooks. Although you may recall a detail or two about their historical significance, how much do you know about their teeth? Picture England in the mid 1500s. People wore frilly…
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