When you enter our office you are in for a unique dental experience. Our staff is committed to helping you achieve your dental goals and promoting the health and beauty of your mouth. Doctor Starnes has been practicing orthodontics since he completed his residency at St. Louis University. He is a past president of the Orthodontic Education and Research Foundation and past president of the Orange County Dental Society.
Dr. Starnes has contributed as a part time orthodontic faculty member at UCLA and is published in numerous orthodontic journals. Being concerned and involved in his profession has prompted lecturing to many universities, organizations, and study clubs. As orthodontic technology has developed, Doctor Starnes used these advancements to promote the highest standard of care in the community.
Dr. Starnes has contributed as a part time orthodontic faculty member at UCLA and is published in numerous orthodontic journals. Being concerned and involved in his profession has prompted lecturing to many universities, organizations, and study clubs. As orthodontic technology has developed, Doctor Starnes used these advancements to promote the highest standard of care in the community.
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Every dentist has the equivalent of at least 7 years of college and is fully licensed to do any dental procedure. So what would possess some of them to go back to school for 2 to 3 more years, spending over 3,000 additional hours of focused training to specialize in orthodontics? The answer is - because it makes a huge difference.
Metal braces are the most common type of braces, they are made of high grade stainless steel. Today's metal braces are smaller, more comfortable, and more attractive than ever before. Our patients can enjoy the wide variety of colors that we will place on their braces at their office visits. Clear Correct makes it easy to straighten your teeth without bands, brackets or wires.
Cross Bite can occur when the upper and lower jaws are both misaligned. It causes one or more upper teeth to bite on the inside of the lower teeth, and can happen on both the front and the sides of the mouth. This can cause improper wear of the teeth, gum disease and bone loss.
Severe Crowding can result in the bone and gums becoming thin and receding, and people with severely crowded teeth are more susceptible to gum disease as it is difficult for them to brush and floss well.Moderate Crowding occurs when there is simply a lack of room within your jaw for all of your teeth to fit normally.
Severe Crowding can result in the bone and gums becoming thin and receding, and people with severely crowded teeth are more susceptible to gum disease as it is difficult for them to brush and floss well.Moderate Crowding occurs when there is simply a lack of room within your jaw for all of your teeth to fit normally.
Surprisingly, most orthodontic emergency situation can be handled at home until your next scheduled appointment. However, if you are experiencing severe pain or bleeding, we are certainly here for you. If your scheduled appointment is too far out, we will do our best to see you promptly. We ask that you bring in all loose or broken pieces to your next appointment.
Though an orthodontist can enhance a smile at any age, there is an optimal time period to begin treatment. Beginning treatment at this time ensures the greatest result and the least amount of time and expense. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that the initial orthodontic evaluation should occur at the first sign if orthodontic problems or no late than age 7.
