Invisalign Teen®: What Parents Should Know

May 10th, 2018

Parents want the best for their teens and often ask us about the perks of Invisalign Teen clear aligners compared to traditional braces. Invisalign treatment is a style of braces that skips the usual metal and wires, and uses a clear, thermoplastic material to create removable aligners instead. Aligners are custom-made for each patient and…
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Invisalign Teen® Treatment: Creating confident smiles for teens

May 3rd, 2018

These days, fewer and fewer braces show up in school yearbook photos. Invisalign clear aligners have become a popular choice for our adolescent patients because it enables them to display metal-free smiles while straightening their teeth!   Dr. Melanie Parker can help you determine whether Invisalign treatment is right for you, but below are a few…
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Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment at a Young Age

April 26th, 2018

Contrary to popular belief, orthodontic treatment is not just for older children and teens who have alignment and spacing issues. At our San Diego, CA office, orthodontic treatment offers many benefits for children at a young age. Dr. Melanie Parker can identify your child’s alignment issues early, and provide treatment as the teeth begin to…
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Orthodontic Treatments

April 19th, 2018

It’s not unusual for a patient to be unaware of the range of services that orthodontists can provide for their patients. Knowing which services Dr. Melanie Parker and our team perform can help you better understand your options and why we might select a particular method of treatment. Both orthodontists and dentists care about good…
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