THE TIME WHEN getting braces meant spending years with a mouth full of metal that hooked to bulky headgear is long past. These days, traditional wire braces are more streamlined and discreet, but the option that has become increasingly popular for orthodontic treatment is the invisible aligner. How can you know if this option is… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Orthodontics
Invisalign—It’s About More than Looks
Are your teeth crooked, but you’re not keen on the idea of wearing metal braces for a couple of years to correct them? Straightening your smile is about more than vanity. Crooked teeth can throw your bite off balance, leading to a host of dental problems, including excessively worn teeth and TMJ disorder (a dysfunction… Read more »
What are Invisalign Clear Braces? Your Austin Dentist Explains
You might have heard quite a bit about clear braces and their ability to straighten your teeth discretely. As an adult alternative to traditional metal braces, clear braces offer older teens and adults a more aesthetically acceptable orthodontic option. As a dedicated dentist in Austin, Dr. Van Wicklen is well-acquainted with the apprehension that patients… Read more »
The Beauty of Invisalign Clear Braces, with Your Austin Dentist
Crooked teeth can make any smile look less than appealing, but convincing older teens and adults to wear conventional metal braces can sometimes be a challenge. As you grow older and more professional, you may become more concerned about the image you project, and your level of confidence greatly affects your professional and personal interactions…. Read more »
Why Ignoring Crooked Teeth Should Not Be an Option
The position of your teeth is an important consideration in your mouth’s proper function. Your teeth must be properly aligned to efficiently displace the pressure of the powerful human bite. When one or more of your teeth are crooked, it can lead to complications throughout your oral health. Your Austin dentist, Dr. Van Wicklen, explains… Read more »
All about Invisalign from Your South Austin Dentist
There was a time, not that long ago, when the only option for straightening crooked or misaligned teeth was classic bracket-and-wire braces. Over the years, a variety of clear and color options for the brackets and rubber bands used in orthodontic practices became available, but the fact remained that when you had braces on your… Read more »
Cosmetic Orthodontics in Austin
South Austin cosmetic dentist Dr. Steven Van Wicklen provides a plethora of cosmetic dental services to his patients from the greater Austin area. From porcelain veneers, to teeth whitening, to dental implants, and everything in between, Dr. Van Wicklen can help you achieve the smile of your dreams. Today, Dr. Van Wicklen wants to discuss… Read more »
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I’ve been going to Dr. Van Wicklen for a few years now, it’s always a great experience above and beyond, the dental hygienist (I’m bad with names) always cleans very thoroughly … More and is so friendly.They are very reasonably priced and I feel cared for when I go there.
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Efficiently run and everyone’s so friendly. Dr V is great. He looks out ahead to develop a plan to avoid surprises. Was awesome to work me in given emergencies.
