Braces are a top-notch appliance that can help you achieve the strong, healthy and attractive smile you desire. If you have questions about braces, it might be difficult to ensure it’s the right treatment for you and to have the most successful orthodontic treatment possible. So, our orthodontist, Dr. David Li, encourages you to find the answers to your braces... read more »
Having straight teeth can boost your self-esteem and oral health. Having an ideal alignment means your teeth are easier to care for, and your smile looks beautiful throughout your lifetime. Many forms of orthodontic treatment can help you achieve ideal alignment. Our orthodontist, Dr. David Li with San Diego Orthodontic Specialists in San Diego, California, is here to provide you... read more »
If you have questions about orthodontic aligners, you’re not alone. Many people don’t know everything about the aligners, which leads to many questions. To help you find the answers you’re looking for so you can make sure it’s the right treatment for you, our orthodontist, Dr. David Li, is happy to give you the answers to commonly asked questions about... read more »
If you’re interested in seeing if your child needs orthodontic treatment, then you need to call San Diego Orthodontic Specialists and schedule an appointment with our orthodontist, Dr. David Li. To help you prepare for the appointment, our orthodontic team will be happy to tell you all about the steps involved. This can help you and your child feel calm... read more »
Are you trying to get creative with your New Year’s resolution this year? If so, our dentist, Dr. David Li, is happy to help you! What do you think about making a resolution for your smile? Doing so can help you have a more positive and effective orthodontic journey and it can even help you get to your perfect smile... read more »
Catching orthodontic problems early can help prevent issues in the future, both costly and oral. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends having all children get orthodontic treatment by age seven. This is the age in which we typically see issues and are able to reverse orthodontics problems, before adult teeth erupt. Our orthodontist can evaluate your child... read more »
If you have braces, it’s important to keep your smile in tip-top shape. One of the ways you can do so is by maintaining strong tooth enamel. This is essential because the tooth enamel is the outer shell that protects the inner layers of the tooth. If it’s not strong, it can cause many dental issues. So, please do all... read more »
Do you want a strong and healthy smile when you have braces in San Diego, California? If so, our orthodontist, Dr. David Li, has some tips for you. Little did you know, there are things you need to do to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape when you align your teeth. Those tips are: -Keep up on oral... read more »
Has your orthodontist, Dr. David Li, recommended early orthodontic treatment for your child? If so, it’s best to consider it. Early orthodontic treatment involves a two-phase process. The first phase is the early treatment that includes treating minor issues now to prepare the smile and mouth for the thorough and complete orthodontic treatment in the future (phase two). Little did... read more »
Once your braces are on, you can expect a little discomfort as you get used to the new appliance in your mouth. You can also expect to spend about a week getting used to your new braces. The orthodontist can give you dental wax to apply to your braces if they are irritating your cheeks or tongue. You will need... read more »