When you think of orthodontics, what probably comes to mind is the adolescent teen roaming their middle school halls with a metallic smile. This is, of course, understandable because most kids it seems, almost as a right of passage, are in braces--whether they wanted braces or not! Remember, their parents are in charge and signed them up. Also, standard braces... read more »

Problems with a smile appear for a variety of reasons. For example, if your teeth seem to be discolored, worn down or misshaped, spaced, crooked, missing or otherwise unsightly, you probably dislike the appearance of your smile and even feel a little anxious about it. Many people think just cosmetics, but keep in mind that these things often lead to... read more »

Did you know that orthodontists require additional training to truly prepare them for the complex treatments that are required via orthodontics? Orthodontists have the skills to straighten smiles. The benefits of orthodontics include the following: - Orthodontists are experts in their field as they can notice all the varieties of crooked teeth and can use all the technological treatments in... read more »

If you are missing teeth, your appearance can suffer. Missing teeth can make you feel self-conscious and appear older than your true age. There are also health concerns. plaque and bacteria can use those empty spaces on your gums to accumulate. If you are missing one or two teeth, your remaining teeth may drift out of alignment, causing tooth damage... read more »

Being new to any orthodontic treatment does require adjustment. That is why to help you learn to care for your Invisalign® aligner properly, Dr. Jensen with Jensen Orthodontic Arts in McKinney, Texas is happy to provide advice so you can keep your aligner and smile in tip-top shape. An essential thing to remember while you transitioning your smile with Invisalign... read more »

Do you have any severely broken or damaged teeth? Fear not, a dental extraction may not be necessary, as dental crowns may be able to save the day. With dental crowns, teeth can be preserved and protected and even made to look more beautiful than ever. With dental crown, no tooth is left behind. Dental crowns are customizable shells designed... read more »

Every smile is unique. In turn, every smile needs different treatments to transform into the smile of their dreams. That is why, here at Jensen Orthodontic Arts, in McKinney, Texas, we offer many different kinds of braces to treat many different kinds of malocclusions. Yet, what are malocclusions, exactly? The answer is simple. Malocclusions are bad bites and misalignment with... read more »

Do you suffer from a malocclusion? A malocclusion is an alignment issue with your teeth or jaw where they do not sit or fit right. Oftentimes, malocclusions can be fixed with orthodontic treatments and therapies designed to straighten smiles and improve oral health. Not all malocclusions are the same. There are many different types and classifications of each. Many malocclusions... read more »

Did you know that a misalignment issue with your teeth or jaw could be making your oral health care much harder to maintain? Misalignment issues of the teeth and jaws, often called malocclusions, can be the result of a myriad of factors, with the most common form of treatment being some form of orthodontic aligner system, such as braces. If... read more »

Winter has come and with it the joys and jolly-filled festivities that light up our homes. Brace yourselves, holiday happiness is here! If you have braces or would like to get a wonderful pair of orthodontic aligners for the holidays, Jensen Orthodontic Arts is here to assist you. With all the fun times that await, don’t forget to take heed... read more »