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There is no wrong age for orthodontic treatment. The right age for braces or Invisalign from as young as 6 years old to 85 and beyond.  The ideal time for most orthodontic treatment is during the teen years, between ages 10 and 16. At this stage, all permanent teeth are

The easiest way to help your child pull out a wiggly baby tooth is to use the “Freezy Trick.”  Hold a frozen treat or ice cube against the tooth until it feels numb.  Then grip the tooth with a tissue and twist instead of wiggle. The cold shrinks the blood

If you’re starting orthodontic treatment in Calgary, you’ve probably heard your orthodontist talk about “compliance.” But what does that really mean? Simply put: Compliance in orthodontics means doing the things your orthodontist asks of you. It’s cooperation combined with motivation.  If you want your treatment to be as fast as

Yes, Invisalign for kids can be better than traditional braces for protecting your child’s long-term dental health. The main reason? Your child’s brushing and flossing routine stays exactly the same. With Invisalign, your child removes the clear aligners, brushes and flosses their teeth the way they always have, and puts

Yes, aligners can fix crowded teeth effectively, even in severe cases. Clear aligners work by using gentle, constant pressure to gradually move crowded teeth into proper position over 12-24 months. They can handle mild to severe crowding that once required traditional braces, including cases where teeth overlap significantly or are

The orthodontic treatment process has 5 main steps: consultation and exam, treatment planning, active treatment with braces or aligners, removal of braces, and lifelong retainer wear. From start to finish, most patients complete their journey in 18-30 months, depending on how complex their case is. At Impact Orthodontics in Calgary,