A young woman in Canada named Alec Stephen recently had some unfortunate orthodontic luck. Wanting to improve the appearance of her teeth, she consulted with an orthodontist. When she later went to visit her dentist, he told her that he would be able to take care of her problems for a lower price than the […]
Jaw pain can occur for many reasons. Stress and depression, which can increase bruxism (grinding and clenching of the teeth), have been directly linked to jaw pain. Many people suffer from this problem without even knowing it. Arthritis and traumatic accidents can also cause jaw pain. Whatever the cause may be, jaw pain is a […]
While most specialists suggest that a child makes their first visit to the dentist when their teeth begin to erupt, many parents are unsure of when is the correct time to schedule an appointment with the orthodontist. Orthodontic visits can be very important when it comes to a healthy and attractive smile, and all parents […]
After a few weeks of construction delays, our long-awaited tooth brushing area is finally open! The new section of our office is a great place to put your brushing skills to the test and practice proper oral hygiene. We’re also very happy with the early success of our new online consultation feature. We’ve been able […]
Our staff and patients have both been very happy since we moved our office back in October. We love the modern feel of the new location and the new equipment. We’ve received tons of great feedback from patients, especially from kids who can now play Xbox in our reception area. We’d like to congratulate the […]
Your participation and cooperation is one of the most important aspects in achieving an excellent orthodontic result. To recognize and reward your efforts we have created the Patient Rewards Hub. The Program is easy and FUN! All you have to do is bring your card to your appointment, ask a team member to swipe it, and […]
Orthodontic treatment is designed to provide dental patients with an improved smile. There are several different reasons why a person may need orthodontic treatment. In many cases, braces are needed to straighten a person’s teeth, or an orthodontic appliance may be required to correct a person’s bite. While many people tend to associate orthodontic treatment […]
Advance Orthodontics will be moving from its current location to the shopping center across the street! Our new address will be 10455 Briar Forest Dr., Suite 200 E, Houston, TX 77042. The new office will be located in a shopping center with a nail salon, Prince’s Hamburgers, Palazzo’s Restaurant, Quizno’s and a Kolache Factory. Our […]
Tooth soreness for a few days after orthodontic adjustment visits is very common. Even though this discomfort is usually mild, it can occasionally be intense for a very short time. Fortunately, there are some things that can be done to alleviate pain after orthodontic treatment. Below are some tips for relieving orthodontic pain: AcceleDent™ System […]
The vast majority of people will need some type of orthodontic treatment in their lifetime. The average cost of orthodontic treatment can vary greatly. Dental insurance can reduce the cost of treatment; however, it is important to note that some insurance plans do not cover orthodontic treatment. Patients should never assume that they are covered […]
Advance Orthodontics – Dr. John Karotkin
10455 Briar Forest Dr #200e
Houston, TX 77042
Tel: (713) 783-8888
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