Braces aren’t just for teenagers. Advanced orthodontic procedures, like Invisalign aligners, prove that a beautiful smile is important at any age. Although adults often shy away from metal braces, which can be unsightly and uncomfortable, thousands of people are...
Orthodontists do more than cosmetic work when they improve the look and health of your smile by straightening your teeth and aligning your bite. Crooked or crowded teeth, overbites and underbites can lead to tooth decay, gum disease and even tooth loss. Read on to...
Ever thought about Invisalign? Most people in Sacramento, CA are not born with picture perfect teeth. That’s where Dr. Payne and his team at American River Orthodontics can help. You might be aware that orthodontic treatments help your teeth stay strong, healthy, and...
Dr. Payne, the orthodontist at American River Orthodontics has been running a “patient-centered” practice in the Rancho Cordova, CA area for years. He worked for eight years as a general dentist before specializing as an orthodontist and has been running a successful...
Your dentist might have told you that they offer “braces” as one of their services and they might of told you that they can give you braces at a cheaper price than orthodontists in the Citrus Heights area, but a lesser price almost always guarantees a “lesser”...
Invisalign is an orthodontic system that has recently begun to dominate the orthodontic world. Patients near Rosemont, CA are all eager to begin their orthodontic treatment with the Invisalign system. But what makes Invisalign in Rosemont, CA so great? American River...
Teens have a lot to think about. Whether it’s school or social, the list can be long, and often, oral health does not make the cut. Teens tend to forget to keep up good oral care, or are unaware of some of the harmful effects their everyday routines may be having on...
Dr. Payne of American River Orthodontics in Roseville, CA recommends that his patients replace their toothbrush every 3 months, when there is noticeable wear, or when we have an illness, and what’s a cooler than recycling your old toothbrush and making a toothbrush...
At American River Orthodontics which serves Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas, Dr. Payne and his team recommend that their patients wear their aligners for approximately 22 hours a day. It is also encouraged that patients remove their aligners for eating, drinking,...
The everyday brace wearer in Roseville, CA looks forward to the day their braces are removed and they can see their beautiful, unhindered smile! But for some, white spots surround the area where their braces once were. These white spots are known as demineralization...