Austin, TX - If you're on the brink of getting braces or have recently joined the braces club, you might be wondering about the various components that come with this orthodontic journey. One common question that patients often as us at Pure Smiles Orthodontics is, "Will...
Austin, TX - A confident smile can open doors, but for some, an overbite can overshadow the beauty of their grin. An overbite occurs when the upper front teeth overlap significantly with the lower front teeth, affecting both aesthetics and oral health. Fortunately, braces have emerged...
Austin, TX – When you get your braces, the brackets are bonded to the teeth using a strong adhesive. However, while in braces, you could experience a loose bracket. It can be worrisome, but it isn’t a cause for concern, especially if you know how to...
Austin, TX – Caring for your smile is always important, but never more so than when you are undergoing orthodontic treatment. Your braces are working hard to improve your smile, but if you don’t take the time to properly brush and floss to keep decay and...
Austin, TX – Dr. Gonzalez and her team put a lot of thought into carefully planning your orthodontic treatment. Her experience and knowledge have helped craft a plan that is designed to meet your individual needs in the best way possible. And sometimes, that plan requires...
Austin, TX – Orthodontic treatment is something many adolescents, and adults in growing numbers, turn to in order to achieve their ideal smiles. Today, there are more treatment options than ever before. It can be difficult to wade through all the information and determine which option...
Austin, TX – At Pure Smiles Orthodontics, we love helping our patients achieve the smiles of their dreams. We’re here to assist you every step along the way, including helping you adjust to life in braces. It can take a bit of time to get used...
Austin, TX – One of the most commonly asked questions when patients begin orthodontic treatment is “will it hurt?” While there is some discomfort involved in the orthodontic process, it will be mild to moderate but it should subside quickly. And in no time, you won’t...
Austin, TX – 2021 is finally upon us, and that means you’ve probably made a New Year’s resolution or two. If you’ve been hiding a smile that is less than ideal or if you’ve been wanting to refresh your smile, Dr. Silvana Gonzalez of Pure Smiles Orthodontics...
Austin, TX – If you wear traditional braces made of brackets and wires, it is not unusual to occasionally experience such as a broken wire or loose bracket. It is no reason to panic, but it will require a bit of attention. Broken braces can...