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The hinge-like temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, plays a pivotal role in your body: it’s the joint connecting your jawbone to your skull, and one is located on each side of your jaw. Because of your TMJ, you can yawn, swallow, speak, and chew — all vital everyday activities.

When there’s a problem with how your TMJ functions, it can lead to a world of pain, from discomfort in your face to jaw and neck pain. Unfortunately, you can also suffer jaw muscle spasms and bite problems. Still, a particularly debilitating and persistent problem those afflicted with TMJ disorder experience is [...] Read More

If you’ve been on the receiving end of teasing about your snoring, you may assume it’s an annoyance to your partner or family, and not much more. Snoring can also be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea, which occurs due to the improper relaxation of your throat muscles.

When this happens, your airway narrows, sometimes to a dangerous extent. This causes you to stop breathing — for up to 30 seconds — and once your brain registers this threat, it sends a signal that awakens you momentarily, disrupting your sleep. This seemingly minor interruption can occur as much as 30+ [...] Read More

You may have grown used to hiding your teeth to conceal an imperfect smile. There’s no doubt that your self-esteem takes a hit when your teeth are misaligned, crowded, and in need of straightening, but did you know these problems can also affect your ability to chew and speak?

If thoughts of endless treatment time, countless trips to the orthodontist, and being saddled with oral discomfort over the long-term enter your mind when you think of braces, it’s time to learn about self-ligating braces. This treatment may be perfect for you.

Self-ligating braces work just as successfully as traditional braces [...] Read More

If you never had braces as an adolescent or didn’t complete your treatment and still feel down about a crooked or crowded smile, don’t give up hope. It’s not too late to do something about the smile you’ve become adept at hiding.

Remember that the window for orthodontic treatment doesn’t end when adulthood begins. There are multiple corrective options to choose from. Dr. Mehdy Rad, Dr. David Rad, Dr. Carmine Petrarca, and the entire Rad Orthodontics team have restored the confidence of many adult patients.

We offer the total orthodontic package for adults — advanced technology, increased comfort, fast treatment [...] Read More

Tired of smiling with your mouth closed due to crooked teeth, but just can’t handle years of metal braces? You may not have to. Invisalign clear plastic aligners can correct more orthodontic flaws than you think, without the hassle or discomfort of traditional wires and brackets. Over 8 million adults and teens have turned to Invisalign for their perfect smile. Here are 6 great reasons you should consider Invisalign too.

1. They’re discrete

Let’s face it, metal braces are an eyesore. But when you’re wearing the clear alignment trays, no one can tell. In fact, lots of celebrities have attained [...] Read More

The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit Rad Orthodontics for a consultation with Dr. Mehdy Rad and Dr. David Rad. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early intervention can prevent greater dental health problems later in life.

What types of conditions require early intervention?

According to the American Association of Orthodontists, 3.7 million children under the age of 17 receive orthodontic treatment each year. Early intervention may be appropriate for younger children with crooked teeth, jaw misalignment, [...] Read More