Before our patients get their free consultation, they often call and ask if they are too old for orthodontic treatment. This is a great question, and the good news is this: Mateer Orthodontics treats patients of all ages! As long as your teeth are healthy, it is never too late to straighten them! In fact, […]

If you’re considering having your teeth straightened, you may be wondering if this is something your dentist can do, or if you’ll need to see an orthodontist. It’s a fair question to ask as most people know they’re not the same but not what sets them apart. While there are similarities, there are also significant […]

Nearly every new, rewarding experience has a learning curve, and orthodontic treatment is no different. Whether you’re straightening your smile with Invisalign’s clear aligner system or straightening with traditional metal braces, the process can take a bit of getting used to. Here at Mateer Orthodontics, we understand patient concerns. It is uncommon for a day […]

When patients find out that braces are in their near future, it spurs a lot of different questions like, “Will they hurt?” “How will I take care of them?” “Will they affect my wisdom teeth?” Hold on, wisdom teeth? Yes, wisdom teeth! Even though these might not be big your biggest concern when it comes […]

Sometimes adults can feel like the opportunity to get a gorgeous, healthy smile has passed them by. Most think that only children and teenagers get corrective orthodontic treatments, but it’s simply not true! While adolescence may be the best time to get braces or aligners, that doesn’t mean that’s the only time you can get […]