Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Langley Braces Expert Discusses Treating Overjet
Research has recently discovered that if a misalignment is not corrected, 75 percent of children whose overjet is 6 millimeters or more will get front teeth fractures by age 12. Because the teeth are so far forward, there is a significantly greater chance of damage - or even tooth loss - if the child sustains a blow or injury to the face. "There are all kinds of repercussions if overjet isn't corrected," notes Kanani, a Langley orthodontics specialist. Overjet can also indicate that the patient's molars are not meeting in the back of the mouth or that the jaw is not growing properly.
The Canadian Association of Orthodontists recommends that children should see an orthodontist by age 7 since many problems are more easily fixed when they are found early, observes the Langley orthodontist. At this age, adult front teeth are emerging, so the doctor can be alert for overjet and decide on the optimal time for treatment.
Overjet is considered a class II malocclusion - or misalignment of the teeth. It can be the result of tooth crowding, sucking the thumb, small lower jaws or lower jaws that are too far back."Frequently, people think that overjet and overbite are synonymous, but they are different conditions," says the Langley invisible braces specialist. Overjet describes the horizontal gap between the upper and lower front teeth; overbite refers to the vertical space from lower to upper front teeth. If the overjet is caused by thumb sucking, the condition can be ameliorated by discontinuing the habit. Dentists and orthodontists can prevent thumb sucking by placing a special appliance in the child's mouth. If the problem is caused by crowding, braces can shift teeth into their ideal position.
Patients sometimes also benefit from growth plates or functional appliances, such as the Twin Block, that bring the lower jaw forward to close up the gap, says Kanani, a Langley invisalign provider. It is often best to begin such treatment prior to a child's adolescent growth spurt. Thus, the child's facial development can direct the jaw's development.
"Oftentimes I recommend beginning treatment early," Kanani explains. "If a child's overjet is so bad that the teeth could be fractured or damaged, if the overjet affects the child’s speech, or if the child experiences ridicule, we might decide on earlier treatment."
Learn More about Orthodontics in Surrey BC with a Complimentary Consultation
Visit the websites of local Surrey, BC, Langley, BC, and Vancouver, BC orthodontists: www.guildfordorthodontics.com, www.langleyorthodontics.com. To speak with a staff member or schedule a complimentary consultation, call (604) 589-2212 for Guildford Orthodontic Centre and Invisalign. For the Langley BC orthodontics practice, call (604) 533-6696. For a Vancouver Invisalign and Braces office, call (604) 629-0452.
About Dr. Aly Kanani and Partners
Dr. Aly Kanani has a bachelor's degree from McGill University and a master's degree from the London School of Economics. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Pennsylvania - and graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy with a master's degree in Orthodontics and a Specialty Certification in Orthodontics. His team of board certified orthodontists provides quality, patient-focused braces and Invisalign treatment in the Greater Vancouver area.
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Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Brushing with Braces Described by Langley Orthodontics Specialist
Brushing
Patients can find "orthodontic-cut" or "v-cut" toothbrushes with soft bristles shaped to fit around braces. You also need to use a fluoride toothpaste; a fluoride rinse after brushing is also a good idea. "We recommend that you brush after each meal or snack," says Kanani, a Langley invisalign provider.
On every tooth, brush down from the top and then up from the bottom – keeping the brush at a 45 degree angle. But, brush gently; vigorous brushing can bend or break your braces. And, rinse and spit several times. Kanani, a Langley orthodontist, tells his patients to get a new brush every three months, since braces can cause brushes to wear out more rapidly.
Flossing
It’s tricky to floss with braces. First, thread the end of the floss into the place between the archwire and the tooth's upper portion, nearest the gum. Slide the floss back and forth to gently clean each tooth’s sides. But, be careful not to exert too much pressure or you could hurt the archwire – and try not to snag the floss on your braces. "Many patients find that waxed floss and a floss threader make flossing easier," says Kanani, a Langley invisible braces expert.
Eating
Some foods aren't a problem if you slice them into small pieces that can be chewed more easily. But, you do want to avoid extremely hard, chewy, or sticky foods that could stick to or damage your braces. Such foods include:
• Foods that are difficult to bite and chew such as corn on the cob, ice, apples, and bagels
• Chewy foods, including taffy, caramels, and gum
• Hard foods such as nuts, carrots, and popcorn
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Visit the websites of local Vancouver, BC, Surrey, BC, and Langley orthontists: www.langleyorthodontics.com, www.vancouverorthodontics.com or www.guildfordorthodontics.com. To speak with a staff member or schedule a complimentary consultation, call 1-604-533-6696 for Langley Orthodontics and Invisalign. For the Surrey BC orthodontics practice, call 1-604-589-2212. For a Vancouver Braces and Invisalign office, call 1-604-629-0452.
About Dr. Aly Kanani
Dr. Aly Kanani has a Bachelor's from McGill University and a Master's from the London School of Economics. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Pennsylvania – and graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy with a Master’s degree in Orthodontics and a Specialty Certification in Orthodontics. His team of orthodontists and clinical staff provide exceptional orthodontics and Invisalign for adults, teenagers, and children.
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Thursday, September 23, 2010
Invisalign Teen System Provided by Langley Orthodontist
“Teens are notoriously self-conscious about how they look,” observes Dr. Kanani, a Langley braces expert. “A set of prominent metal braces can pile onto these self-esteem problems. Some teens don’t even smile because they don’t want to show their braces! Since Invisalign Teen is almost invisible, patients are far less self-conscious.” Invisalign is versatile, allowing orthodontists to correct many issues, such as: crowding, widely space teeth, and even underbites, overbites, and crossbites, depending on the situation.
Patients can remove their aligners to brush and floss. Conventional metal braces, with bands and wires, catch food. This is not just a potential embarrassment to teen patients, but it can also make it more difficult to brush effectively, encouraging cavities.
Patients can remove the aligners for 2 to 4 hours a day without impairing treatment. Many teens take the devices out for sports events, playing brass or woodwind instruments, or special occasions. “Our teen patients are grateful for the flexibility to remove the aligners every once and a while,” says Dr. Kanani, a Langley Invisalign provider.
Invisalign Teen also employs a unique system to check if teen patients are wearing their aligners for enough of time. “Invisalign patients need to wear their aligners 20 to 22 hours daily,” explains Dr. Kanani, a Langley BC orthodontics specialist. “The Invisalign Teen system includes an exclusive Blue Dot Wear Indicator that grows clear over a two week period. This tells us if a teen is wearing the aligners often enough. If he or she doesn’t remember to replace the aligner back in, it will compromise the overall treatment. However, Invisalign Teen lets us know.” Furthermore, the Invisalign aligners can be replaced if a teen patient loses one – or more. The system includes as many as six replacement aligners at no additional cost.
Invisalign Teen is good for most children 12 and older. Children under 12 frequently do not have all their adult teeth, so system may not be as effective. But, younger children can be treated with other kinds of orthodontic systems. "However, we have employed Invisalign Teen successfully with teens whom other specialists had said weren’t good candidates," notes Dr. Kanani, a Langley orthodontist, "With my broad experience as an Invisalign specialist, I know precisely what Invisalign can accomplish. I have corrected some significant misalignments that other orthodontists believed would need conventional braces."
Learn More about Langley BC Invisalign with a Complimentary Consultation
Visit the web sites of local Langley orthodontists: www.langleyorthodontics.com, www.vancouverorthodontics.com, or www.guildfordorthodontics.com, or. To speak with a staff member or schedule a complimentary consultation, call 1-604-533-6696 for Langley Braces and Invisalign. For the Surrey orthodontics practice, call 1-604-589-2212. For a Vancouver Invisalign and Braces office, call 1-604-629-0452
About Dr. Aly Kanani, Surrey and Langley BC Certified Specialist in Orthodontics
Dr. Aly Kanani has a Bachelor of Science from McGill University and a Masters from the London School of Economics. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Pennsylvania – and graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy with a Masters of Science degree in Orthodontics and a Specialty Certification in Orthodontics.
Dr. Kanani previously taught clinical orthodontics to dental students at the University of British Columbia Dental School. He has also taught in various capacities at both McGill University and at the University of Detroit Mercy. His research has been published in the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
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Thursday, August 12, 2010
Surrey Invisible Braces Providers Explains How Children Benefit from Braces
Straight teeth are often perceived as just a question of appearance. But, crooked teeth are difficult to clean – and can cause decay, gum disease, and loss of teeth. Poor bites also lead to abnormal wear on teeth, troubles with chewing, and too much stress on the jaw bone and gums.
“If you can correct a problem with your bite during childhood, you will grow into adulthood with a healthy smile,” says Dr. Kanani, a Langley invisible braces provider. “Children’s braces prevent a many different problems in adulthood.”
In addition, a nice smile has been found to increase self esteem. “If you are confident about your smile, you will smile more often,” explains Dr. Kanani, a Langley Invisalign specialist. “When you smile more, the people around you respond more positively.”
In our culture, individuals are often evaluated based on their appearance. People with an attractive smile usually enjoy more personal and professional opportunities. Plus, a winning smile boosts self-confidence – an important component in future success.
Learn More about Langley BC Braces and Invisalign
To learn more about Invisalign and braces, visit the Web sites for Langley orthodontist Dr. Aly Kanani and his team: http://www.guildfordorthodontics.com/, http://www.langleyorthodontics.com/ , or http://www.vancouverorthodontics.com/ . To speak with a staff member or schedule a complimentary consultation, call 1-604-533-6696 to reach Langley Orthodontics. For those seeking an orthodontist or Invisalign provider in Surrey, B.C., patients can be consulted at Guildford Orthodontic Centre by calling 1-604-589-2212. For the Vancouver orthodontics practice, call 1-604-629-0452.
About Dr. Aly Kanani, Langley Certified Specialist in Orthodontics
Dr. Aly Kanani was born and raised in the Lower Mainland Area. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology from McGill University and received a Masters of Science from the London School of Economics in England. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree and also completed his Masters in Education degree at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Kanani graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy with a Masters of Science degree in Orthodontics and a Specialty Certification in Orthodontics.
Dr. Kanani previously taught clinical orthodontics to dental students at the University of British Columbia Dental School. He has also taught in various capacities at both McGill University and at the University of Detroit Mercy. His research has been published in the premiere journal of orthodontics in North America, the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. He is an active member in the Langley community and supports numerous charities and community events in the Langley area.
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Sunday, May 2, 2010
Langley Orthodontics Office Hosts Local Langley Brownie Troop
Approximately 15 Brownies, ages 7 to 8, attended an evening program on Monday April 26th at Langley Orthodontics state of the art orthodontic braces and Invisible braces office in Langley, BC. The staff at Langley Orthodontics gave interactive presentations about proper brushing and flossing techniques, what cavities are, and how to avoid cavities. They also discussed what types of foods are good for your teeth and which sugary, sticky food to avoid.
“Around this age is when children are beginning to take charge of their oral care,” says Dr. Aly Kanani, an orthodontist with Surrey Orthodontics and Langley Invisalign. “So, it’s a critical time to teach them the basics of how to care for their teeth – which goes beyond brushing. A balanced diet is just as important for your teeth as it is for the rest of your body.”
The evening wasn’t only educational. There were fun activities for the brownie troop, including storytelling and watching animated presentations, all at Langley Orthodontics in the heart of Langley, BC. And each Brownie had a smiling photograph of them taken to take home and also had a mould of their thumb taken. It was cast in stone and each Brownie will soon be able to take their mould home to show their family and friends as a keepsake.
“My dedicated staff and I feel truly privileged to play this important role in the Langley, BC community. We enjoy very much interacting with the local children and community groups. It’s a great feeling to give back to our community and we look forward to continue to do so with other groups”, exclaimed the Langleybraces provider.
Learn More about Langley Orthodontists and Langley Braces
To learn more about Invisalign and braces, visit Langley orthodontist Dr. Aly Kanani and his orthodontist team’s Web sites: http://www.langleyorthodontics.com/, www.guildfordorthodontics.com, or www.vancouverorthodontics.com/. To speak with a staff member, call 1-604-533-6696 to schedule a consultation at the Langley orthodontist office in Langley, BC. For a Vancouver orthodontics practice, call 1-604-629-0452. For those seeking an orthodontist or Invisalign provider in Surrey, B.C., Dr. Kanani can be consulted at the Guildford Orthodontic Centre, which can be reached by calling 1-604-589-2212.
About Dr. Aly Kanani
Dr. Aly Kanani was born and raised in the Lower Mainland Area. He has a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in Physiology from McGill University and received a Masters of Science (M.Sc) from the London School of Economics in England. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree (D.M.D.) and also completed his Masters in Education degree (MS.Ed) at the University of Pennsylvania. Furthermore, he has nearly completed his Masters in Public Health degree (M.P.H.) from Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Kanani graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy with a Masters of Science degree in Orthodontics (MS.Ortho) and a Specialty Certification in Orthodontics (Cert.Ortho).
Dr. Kanani previously taught clinical orthodontics to dental students at the University of British Columbia Dental School. He has also taught in various capacities at both McGill University and at the University of Detroit Mercy. His research has been published in the premiere journal of orthodontics in North America, the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
He was the recipient of the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation Scholarship to conduct oral health research in New Delhi; the prestigious Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award presented to him by His Royal Highness Prince Phillip, The Duke of Edinburgh; and has achieved status as a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a recognition held by fewer than 15% of practicing orthodontists worldwide. Furthermore, he is a Premier Provider Elite of Invisalign in BC (British Columbia) placing him in the top 1% of Invisalign experienced orthodontists and dentists in North America.
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Langley Orthodontics Expert in Langley Can Correct Malocclusions
A bad bite might sound like something that only affects your appearance, but it can actually have an impact on a patient’s quality of life in many different ways. Malocclusions are many times inherited. The size of teeth and jaw is the biggest determinant for how well teeth fit together, but often teeth have too much or too little room in the jaw. However, malocclusions can also be acquired by thumb-sucking, tongue thrusting, dental decay, premature loss of primary or permanent teeth, accidents or some medical problems.
Types of Malocclusions:
- Class I Malocclusion: Teeth are crowded together or spaced apart – or they create an overbite or a crossbite.
- Class II Malocclusion: The upper front teeth protrude or the lower teeth and jaw are too far back relative to the upper teeth.
- Class III Malocclusion: The lower front teeth protrude or the lower teeth and jaw are too far ahead relative to the upper teeth.
Treating Malocclusions
Few people have perfectly aligned teeth, but not every problem needs to be fixed. Children usually do not grow out of a malocclusion problem. Occasionally, it may be necessary to extract teeth to correct a malocclusion. More severe malocclusions in adults may need to be fixed with orthognathic surgery to change the shape of the jaw. But most bite problems can be corrected with fixed braces or removable appliances such as Langley, BC Invisalign clear aligners.
“Between the use of removable appliances, metal braces, clear braces, corrective jaw surgery, and Invisalign invisible braces, we have treated all types of malocclusions. We have treated everything from mild cases to very bad bite problems,” says Dr. Aly Kanani Vancouver invisalign orthodontist at the Langley office of Langley Orthodontics. “ Adults and teens who have all of their adult molars respond well to Invisalign depending on their situation. Children usually need traditional braces. Some adult patients opt for Langley, BC Invisible braces.”
Invisalign is a clear system of straightening teeth without wires or brackets. Many patients prefer Invisalign invisible braces since they feel self-conscious about a mouthful of traditional braces. The Invisalign aligners are removable, so there are no restrictions on what a patient can eat. And the aligners are typically more comfortable than traditional braces.
“Our patients are always surprised how easy the process is at our offices,” says Kanani, a Langley, BC braces orthodontist.. “We get them a dazzling smile more quickly – and with less pain and trouble – than they expect.”
Learn More about Langley Braces and Langley Invisalign
To learn more about Invisalign and braces, visit Langley orthodontist Dr. Aly Kanani and his orthodontist team’s Web sites: http://www.langleyorthodontics.com/, www.guildfordorthodontics.com, or www.vancouverorthodontics.com/. To speak with a staff member, call 1-604-533-6696 to schedule a consultation at the Langley orthodontist office in Langley, BC. For a Surrey orthodontics practice, call 1-604-629-0452. For those seeking an orthodontist or Invisalign provider in Surrey, B.C., Dr. Kanani can be consulted at the Guildford Orthodontic Centre, which can be reached by calling 1-604-589-2212.
About Dr. Aly Kanani
Dr. Aly Kanani was born and raised in the Lower Mainland Area. He has a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in Physiology from McGill University and received a Masters of Science (M.Sc) from the London School of Economics in England. He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree (D.M.D.) and also completed his Masters in Education degree (MS.Ed) at the University of Pennsylvania. Furthermore, he has nearly completed his Masters in Public Health degree (M.P.H.) from Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Kanani graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy with a Masters of Science degree in Orthodontics (MS.Ortho) and a Specialty Certification in Orthodontics (Cert.Ortho).
Dr. Kanani previously taught clinical orthodontics to dental students at the University of British Columbia Dental School. He has also taught in various capacities at both McGill University and at the University of Detroit Mercy. His research has been published in the premiere journal of orthodontics in North America, the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics.
He was the recipient of the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation Scholarship to conduct oral health research in New Delhi; the prestigious Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award presented to him by His Royal Highness Prince Phillip, The Duke of Edinburgh; and has achieved status as a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a recognition held by fewer than 15% of practicing orthodontists worldwide. Furthermore, he is a Premier Provider Elite of Invisalign in BC (British Columbia) placing him in the top 1% of Invisalign experienced orthodontists and dentists in North America.
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