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You Might have Gum Disease

Published on July 14, 2021

Chorak Orthodontics

More than 80 percent of Americans are living with periodontal or gum disease, which most often than not, goes unnoticed.

At Chorak Orthodontics our goal is to continually raise awareness of the prevalence of gum disease while encouraging patients to take an active role in better oral health through prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Gum disease is something that most people will experience at some point in their...[more]

Learning to Love Your Braces

Published on June 21, 2021
If you just got braces…you may be thinking that this is the worst possible thing that could ever happen to you. Your mouth is most likely sore, you’re probably having a hard time eating the foods you love, and you are may be wondering if it is ever going to get any better. Well…we know exactly what you’re going through, and we are here to tell you that pretty soon you are going to love your braces.

Not lovi...[more]

5 Common Bite Problems

Published on May 12, 2021

Chorak Orthodontics

Our smiles are uniquely ours. However so is our bite. In orthodontics, “bite” refers to the way the upper and lower teeth come together. A bad bite, called a “malocclusion”, happens when teeth meet improperly, or they don’t meet at all.

When a person's teeth or jaws do not fit together properly, orthodontic treatment may be necessary to correct the problem. If left untreated, these orthodontic problems can c...[more]

Gum Disease is a Real Thing

Published on April 14, 2021

Chorak Orthodontics

More than 80 percent of Americans are living with gum disease, which most often goes unnoticed.

Gum disease is something that many people will experience at some point in their lives. But because the symptoms of gum disease are so subtle and painless, most people just shrug it off. If gum disease is left untreated, the consequences could be severe. Gum disease has been linked to a host of general medical problems, i...[more]

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