Orthodontic patients usually have a lot of questions. “Do braces hurt?” is one we get asked a lot. Well, you’ll be happy to know that after braces are placed, most patients only experience mild teeth or gum soreness. The soreness typically lasts about one week and is rarely difficult to deal with. During treatment, some patients find the soreness associated with braces to be uncomfortable, but manageable. When it does […]

Braces are great for creating a beautiful smile that is, if you take care of them. Keeping your teeth clean with brace involves, not just brushing your teeth, but getting in between the brackets and wires where food particles and plaque collect. Whether you’re new to braces or have had them for a while and keep getting complaints from your orthodontist, this LIFE HACK – How to Brush Your Teeth […]

 Welcome to Friday Focus, brought to you by your Irvine orthodontist at iSmiles Orthodontics.. In this week’s Friday Focus we’re going to ask one of the most important questions, probably the one you ask about the most. That question is “How much does it cost to go to the orthodontist? This is a great question that really has two parts. First, when you’re considering going to an orthodontist for an […]

Welcome to Friday Focus. My name is Doctor “O” with iSmiles Orthodontics, your go to orthodontist in Irvine, California. Today I want to clarify that, despite many people’s perceptions, orthodontic treatments are not just for children. You are never to old to enjoy the benefits of orthodontic treatment. As a matter of fact, 1 in every 5 people that have orthodontic treatments is over 21 years of age. All of […]

Welcome to the Friday Focus. My name is Doctor “O” from iSmiles Orthodontics, Your Irvine Orthodontist and today I’d like to focus on a question we often receive from patients who have recently started treatment. The question is, “Why do orthodontic brackets break?” Generally, we find that broken brackets occur after a patient has eaten something they shouldn’t have eaten – hard, chewy or sticky foods. While it’s inconvenient for […]

This week’s Friday focus is going to be about an invisible orthodontic treatment, Invisalign. Here at iSmiles Orthodontics your Irvine Orthodontist we’re Invisalign premier providers which means that we are one of the leading providers of Invisalign in Irvine, California. When considering Invisalign for orthodontic treatment it’s important to look for a premier provider because they typically have more experience in Invisalign treatment than other providers. One of the things […]

 Do you or your child take part in sports activities? Then it’s important to note that mouthguards have been referred to as one of the most important parts of an athlete’s uniform and have been shown to reduce injuries as much as helmets. The last thing anyone wants is to have their healthy smile seriously injured during sporting activities, especially since they can easily be prevented by wearing a […]

If you or your child will need to wear braces for the next few years, why not have some fun with them? The days of clunky metallic braces are long gone. Now, braces can look stylish and help you feel more confident. Why not keep your braces experience interesting with different color choices and combinations? So, what color braces should you choose? As orthodontic related technologies have evolved, the variety […]

We understand that choosing an orthodontist can be a challenging and very personal decision. We feel privileged that you are considering our iSmiles Orthodontics for yours or a family members orthodontic care. Because orthodontics is a process that can take several months to years, we realize how extremely important it is to provide a high level of customer service. While you’ll find that anyone can claim to offer stellar customer […]

We have some exciting news to share – iSmiles Orthodontics has been awarded a “People Love Us on Yelp” award for 2017. Without the feedback from our awesome patients, this wouldn’t have been possible. We want to thank all our patients who contributed to this award by leaving us such fantastic reviews and spreading the word about the quality of our services. We’d also like to thank our amazing team […]