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Articles for people considering orthodontics to help understand different types of treatment and why there’s not a one-size-fits-all approach to creating beautiful, lasting smiles.
Braces, but better LightForce offers treatment that’s as unique as a fingerprint. At Christenson Family Orthodontics, we’re proud to offer this cutting-edge solution that unites modern 3D-printing technology with fully digital treatment planning to provide you with a great experience and results. LightForce crafts fully personalized braces that are built to precisely match the unique…
As a working mother of 2, Dr. Oakley knows the struggle of managing schedules. With work, school, doctors appointments, sport practices and games, clubs, and play dates to juggle, we are excited to be able to offer Dental Monitoring to our patients at Christenson Family Orthodontics. What is Dental Monitoring? Dental Monitoring is an app…
When it’s time to start orthodontic treatment for yourself or someone in your family, choosing the right orthodontist is important. Whether you’re getting braces or aligners (like Invisalign), you will likely be seeing your orthodontist for anywhere from a couple of months to a couple of years. You need to find an orthodontist that you…
Are you ready to touch-up your smile? Whether your smile just needs a quick touch-up or a complete make-over, Dr. Christenson and Dr. Oakley can design a treatment plan to fit your goals, your timeline, and your budget. With clear aligner technology (like Invisalign), our orthodontic specialists can help you get the smile you’ve always…
National Orthodontic Health Month (NOHM) is in part a celebration of healthy, beautiful smiles and the benefits of orthodontic treatment – but also, an opportunity to focus on the importance of good oral health, especially for orthodontic patients and those who are interested in treatment. Why Should You Seek Orthodontic Treatment? Oral health is a…
Today, more than ever before, adults are seeking orthodontic treatment in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. In this world where almost every moment is captured in photos or video, you want your smile to reflect your inner beauty and confidence! There is no such thing as being too old for Orthodontics in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach….
Patients are often concerned about Invisalign (clear aligners) costing more than braces. While cost is absolutely a concern, at Christenson Family Orthodontics, we don’t want our patients to choose their orthodontic treatment based on cost. With very few exceptions, we do not increase treatment fees when patients choose Invisalign over traditional braces. Benefits of Clear…
It’s up to all of us to start standing up to bullies and standing up for those who are bullied. Throughout the month of October, we are asking our patients at Christenson Family Orthodontics to join us and take a pledge to speak up for those who can’t speak up for themselves. I challenge each…
With summer officially coming to an end, it’s time to get ready to go back to school! Based on the responses from patients over the last few weeks, most of you are excited to start the new school year. Of course, plenty of you wish that summer would never end. If you’ve recently started orthodontic…
Did you know that your teeth don’t know whether plastic or metal are pushing on them? Your teeth experience the same kind of forces with Invisalign as they do with traditional braces. The cells that are responsible for moving your teeth have no idea what you have on your teeth. They just respond to the…
Being a teen is rough, and the COVID-19 pandemic has added a new set of challenges. In any time, teens are worried about getting good grades, making friends, fitting in, and trying to find their niche in which they can excel. With all these external pressures, self-confidence can make all the difference. May is National…
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