Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
• X-rays

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Jaw Surgery
  Orthodontic treatment can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile. One of every five patients in orthodontic treatment is over 21. Jaw surgery is more often required for adult orthodontic patients because their jaws are not growing. Adults also may have experienced some breakdown or loss of their teeth and bone that supports the teeth and may require periodontal treatment before, during, and/or after orthodontic treatment. Bone loss can also limit the amount and direction of tooth movement that is advisable. Our team is ready to discuss your options today.
• Tooth Extractions
  It's best for the orthodontist to see children by age 7 to advise if orthodontic treatment is required and the best time for that patient to be treated. The first permanent molars and incisors have usually come in by that time and crossbites, crowding, and other problems can be evaluated. When treatment starts early, the orthodontist can guide the growth of the jaw and guide incoming permanent teeth. Early treatment can also regulate the width of the upper and lower dental arches, gain space for permanent teeth, avoid the need for permanent tooth extractions, reduce likelihood of impacted permanent teeth, correct thumb-sucking, and eliminate abnormal swallowing or speech problems. In other words, early treatment can simplify later treatment.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  Exceptional orthodontic care. Dr. Gutierrez understands that everyone who walks through the doors at Smile Paradise Orthodontics has unique orthodontic needs and he strives to provide each patient with specialized care both during and after their treatment.
• Braces
  What can you eat? Let's talk about what you shouldn't eat! For the first day or so, stick to soft foods. Avoid tough meats, hard breads, and raw vegetables. Before long, you'll be able to bite a cucumber again, but you'll need to protect your orthodontic appliances when you eat for as long as you're wearing braces. Avoid...