We use a scanner and 3D Printer for our dental impressions and models!
What’s so exciting about having a 3D Printer? Well, have you been to a Dentist and had to get an impression of your teeth made? They put this purple or grey colored gooey goop in your mouth that makes you almost gag. It tastes bitter and you have to leave it in your mouth until […]
Online Clear Aligners
Do-It-Yourself Online Clear Aligners are being heavily advertised as an inexpensive “at-home” treatment to straighten your teeth. It is important to understand that these products are gimmicks intended to make money. The owners of these companies have little regard for patient health, quality of treatment, and they do not yield results that are acceptable to […]
How Old Do You Have To Be To Get Braces?
Many people are uncertain about if they should consider braces for young children and if so, at what age should they see an orthodontist for the first time? The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children first be evaluated at age 7. You do not need a referral to schedule this appointment at A Perfect […]
Been Told Invisalign Won’t Work For You?
Have you been told by an orthodontist or general dentist that “Invisalign doesn’t work” or that braces are a better option for your orthodontic treatment? Before giving up on clear aligners, I highly recommend getting a second opinion. We have seen many patients in the consultation room in the last few months who have been […]
Cost versus Quality
Trust Your Health and Your Smile to a Board Certified Orthodontist. We have seen many children and adults in our consultation room lately who started braces with local dental chains and have been displeased with the service in these practices, now wanting to transfer their treatment to Dr. Taylor. Often, they have invested […]
Best Braces for Adults
With braces there are many options to choose from, depending on your lifestyle and budget. Adults who make public appearances or interact with clients may prefer Invisalign Clear Aligners for aesthetic reasons. This treatment involves the use of clear, molded plastic upper and lower teeth trays that fit your teeth through each straightening stage, which […]
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) or At-Home Teeth Straightening – Warning
Dr. Taylor would like to warn people in need of orthodontic care about the dangers in the recent trend of at-home teeth straightening techniques. In some cases these do-it-yourself braces can cause irreparable damage to your teeth and gums. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recently reported that many of its member orthodontists have seen patients who […]
Braces for Adults
You should never consider yourself “too old” for braces. Braces for adults has become quite common. In fact, approximately one out of every four orthodontic patients is an adult. And this really only represents a small portion of adults who could actually benefit from orthodontic treatment. The increase of adult braces is mostly due to the availability of more […]
What is a Board Certified Orthodontist?
A board certified orthodontist is an orthodontist who has studied and performed hundreds of additional hours to fully demonstrate the judgment, skills and knowledge required for providing orthodontic services at the highest level of patient care. They have achieved board certification through the American Board of Orthodontics, the only orthodontic specialty board recognized by the […]
What is an Elite Provider of Invisalign?
Dr. David Taylor is an Invisalign® Elite Provider. However most people don’t really know what that means. While every dentist or orthodontist who offers this revolutionary treatment is trained by the makers of Invisalign® to become a certified provider, there are different doctor designations based on overall experience and success. If you’re reading this, you’re probably considering […]
