The Krieger Ortho Blog

Orthodontic news, tips and happenings to make you smile.

Your First Visit With Krieger Orthodontics

Welcome to Krieger Orthodontics! We’re excited to help you join you on your journey to the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. Like many new things in life, you may be feeling a little nervous about your orthodontic treatment. This is completely normal! We value the trust you’ve placed in our practice and strive to provide […]

The Benefits of an Aligned Bite

Straight teeth might be the end goal of most patients looking for orthodontic treatment but it shouldn’t be the only goal. Even if your smile appears healthy, the alignment of your mouth and jaw could lead to other oral and health concerns. The alignment, or bite, is how your upper and lower teeth fit together […]

Trust an Orthodontist with Your Family’s Smiles

If you’ve been thinking about scheduling an orthodontic evaluation for you or another family member, you may be wondering if this is something your regular dentist can handle or if you need to find an orthodontist. After all, you’re already familiar with your dentist’s office—it’s understandable that you’d want to stick to what you know! […]

Everything You Need To Know About Retainers

It’s no secret that orthodontic treatment can give you a healthier, happier smile. It’s an incredible investment into your oral health, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy! Here at Krieger Orthodontics, we know how much hard work goes into successfully completing your treatment. You had guidelines, rules, and recommendations to follow throughout your orthodontic journey, […]

Your Guide To Adult Orthodontic Treatment

If you’re like most people, when you think of orthodontic treatment, you probably envision an adolescent in a full set of metal braces. This is a stereotype that’s had some serious staying power over the years, but it isn’t quite true! While teens do make up a large percentage of orthodontic patients, children and adults […]

Recognizing Bad Habits That Affect Your Child’s Teeth

As a parent in Lewisville, we know you love to see your child smile! Every smile is as unique as the child it belongs to, with its own quirks and charm. However, when oral issues such as crowded teeth or misalignments are left untreated, they can interfere with a child’s ability to eat, sleep, speak, […]

Stay Safe and Healthy with Clear Aligners During COVID-19

If you’ve been considering orthodontic treatment to straighten your smile, there’s never been a better time to be an orthodontic patient! Here at Krieger Orthodontics, we’re proud to help patients of all ages in Lewisville and the surrounding areas achieve straighter smiles using a range of affordable treatment options. These include everything from metal braces […]

Recognizing and Treating Your Child’s Orthodontic Issues

Here at Krieger Orthodontics, we often hear from parents who are curious about orthodontic treatment for their child. Some want to know if their child should see an orthodontist as frequently as they do their dentist, while others wonder how they can tell if their child needs treatment. There are many factors we take into […]

Braces Or Invisalign: Which Should I Get?

For the layman, choosing between braces and Invisalign might feel like choosing what color of pen you’ll use to sign your taxes; a momentary and seemingly inconsequential decision. In reality, it will have more ramifications than you might think down the line. Our team at Krieger Orthodontics believes that you should be as informed as […]

How To Care For Your Smile Between Orthodontic Visits

As we settle into a brand new year and reflect on the past one, it’s fair to say that all of us have been touched by COVID-19 in some way over the last ten months. Here at Krieger Orthodontics, we’ve faced a number of challenges and we know we’re not alone! Stay-at-home orders and temporary […]