It’s important to maintain strong tooth enamel regularly. This is because your enamel is the hard shells of your teeth that protect the inner layers. If you’re not careful, the enamel can soften and cause dental problems. So, it’s important to do what you can to maintain strong tooth enamel, especially when you have braces. To help you do so,... read more »

The National Sleep Foundation estimates that as many as 40 million Americans suffer from some degree of sleep apnea. Primary symptoms include chronic snoring problems and periodic breathing interruption when sleeping. Left untreated, these symptoms can cause poor quality of sleep, psychological complications, and increased blood pressure. This could also lead to an increased risk of suffering from heart disease... read more »

Minor deviations in the alignment of your teeth can result from any number of different factors. It could be from an uncorrected alignment issue from your youth, changes in the structure of your jaw that come with age, or the loss of a tooth. One easy way to correct minor alignment issues with your teeth is to have Dr. John... read more »

While braces are often thought of for children and teenagers, more and more adults are also aligning their smiles, thanks to advances in orthodontics and the appearance of braces. At Quality Orthodontic Care in Alpharetta, Georgia, our orthodontist, Dr. John Fleming is pleased to help our adult patients create the smiles they have always wanted. Not only do braces straighten the... read more »

If you have TMJ disorder, orthodontics might be just the thing for correcting your jaw problems—permanently. How is that, exactly? Here are the details: Many TMJ disorders are caused by what is called a malocclusion. That’s just a fancy term for a bad bite. Your misaligned bite can create stress on your jaw and teeth, resulting in pain and popping... read more »

Oral hygiene can be tricky when you have braces. However, it’s not as tricky as you think it is. With Dr. John Fleming’s tips and guidelines, you can properly clean your smile and braces each day, and stay on track toward the results you desire! Tip No. 1: Brush your teeth after you eat. This means you need to brush... read more »

Now that your braces have brought your teeth into their correct alignment, Dr. John Fleming can remove the orthodontic hardware from your mouth. However, this is not the end of the process. There will still be a mild amount of tension remaining in your dental sockets. If it’s not countered in some way it could cause your teeth to gradually... read more »

At Quality Orthodontic Care, our orthodontist, Dr. John Fleming offers smile straightening systems for our patients in the Alpharetta, GA, area who are looking for straighter smiles. Did you know that an aligned smile is not just good for your appearance, but for your oral health as well? Well, it's true! Straightened smiles also correct your bite and protect your jaw... read more »

Are malocclusions overwhelming your oral health? A malocclusion, also called a bad bite, is the result of an irregularity or anomaly in your smile that has resulted in some form of misalignment with your teeth. Oftentimes, malocclusions occur in the incisors, but misaligned teeth can appear anywhere, and can even be caused by your jawbone. Try your luck at the... read more »

Have you ever wanted to adjust your smile without embarrassing metal braces? If so, you are not alone. Thousands of people are looking for a way to adjust their smile in an easy way. That is why Invisalign® has swept the nation in popularity. As a result, our staff here at Quality Orthodontic Care in Alpharetta, Georgia, is proud to... read more »