The basics of interceptive orthodontics
Interceptive orthodontics is a concept focused on addressing orthodontic issues at an early age - often as early as seven years old, and definitely before the teenage years when a…
Orthodontics: Impacted Teeth
One of the most common orthodontic conditions is tooth impaction. This is an issue that occurs early in life when children lose their milk teeth and their adult teeth come…
Orthodontics: Straightening teeth isn’t just cosmetic, it provides health benefits.
Many people seeking orthodontic treatment do so in pursuit of improved cosmetics. This is understandable. Every person’s face is the focal point of their personality and what other people see…
Orthodontic treatment: Adding charm to your smile
A beautiful smile is a dream for many. A good orthodontist can do wonders for your appearance and oral health. Orthodontic treatment involves more than what most people think. It…
3D printing and xrays in orthodontics
Dr. Lee has established Thousand Oaks Orthodontics as the authority and leading resource for 3D centered orthodontics in the greater Thousand Oaks area.
How to save impacted teeth
Orthodontists can help save impacted teeth. Impacted teeth are more common than many people realize. Impacted teeth are sometimes misunderstood to be teeth that are merely “crowded”. The term “impacted”…
Two phase orthodontic treatment: Why some children start orthodontics so young.
You may see some young children in orthodontic treatment and wonder why some are starting treatment at such a young age. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children be seen…
Do you think you’re too old for orthodontic treatment
Do you think you’re too old for orthodontic treatment? At Thousand Oaks Orthodontics approximately 40% of our patients are adults, with our oldest patients in their 80’s!