Getting braces at a younger age has proved most effective in preventing dental problems in the future. Permanent teeth start to typically come in about the ages of six to eight, and because the bones are still growing, it’s best to evaluate their tooth alignment at a young age to determine what orthodontic treatment is needed at the time or... read more »

When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »

There are a ton of different ways to get straight, beautiful teeth. You have options from clean aligners to traditional braces, and each has their advantages for your specific orthodontic needs. The best way to figure out what will work for you is to understand the orthodontics process from start to finish. That’s what we’re going to do today. It’s... read more »

We all know that brushing and flossing your teeth every single day is imperative to ideal oral health. You should brush your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes. In addition, knowing how to choose a toothbrush that will best aid you in your fight against decay is important, so Dr. Darshan Patel and our team are thrilled... read more »

Use your love of chewing gum to your advantage! You may be surprised to learn that chewing gum can benefit your dental health. Keep in mind that to reap the full benefits, you should choose sugarless gum. Dr. Darshan Patel and our team are thrilled to go over some of the advantages of chewing sugar-free gum with you. Saliva Flow... read more »

Easter is a wonderful holiday full of Easter egg hunts, yummy treats and family time. You don’t want to put a damper on your day by suffering problems with your braces, do you? We are happy to help you avoid braces issues as much as possible on Easter. To help you, we encourage you to do the following things: -Avoid chewy... read more »

If you have a severely decayed, damaged or injured tooth, then root canal treatment might be for you. Our dental specialists are happy to offer this treatment to restore your oral health and fix your smile. To find out if this treatment is right for you, schedule an appointment today. To help you know more about root canal treatment in... read more »

Are you aware of all the risk factors associated with dental erosion? Oftentimes, individuals are too focused on other aspects of their health to think about keeping her mouth clean. Anything you put in your mouth has the potential to damage your smile and introduce harmful bacteria. The best way to prevent dental erosion is to keep your mouth clean.... read more »

Do you know why people have fallen in love with Invisalign®? If not, we have an exciting update for you! Invisalign is a unique system that is hard to be seen by others and allows you the freedom to adjust your smile. Drs. Cloward, Siddiqui and Balcar, our orthodontists in Glendale, Arizona, offers Invisalign along with this information to help... read more »

  Even though malocclusions, also known as bad bites, are oral health conditions in which your teeth are out of their alignment, orthodontic treatments are designed to help treat them. Even if you have severely misaligned teeth or issues were your teeth are overcrowded, or in the wrong position, malocclusion treatment is possible through the use of orthodontic procedures. Malocclusions... read more »