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Permanent Retainers in Bakersfield: 5 Reasons to Steer Clear
A lot of people ask me about permanent retainers in Bakersfield. Nothing is permanent, so we prefer to call them "Fixed" retainers. At first glance, retainers cemented to your teeth may seem like a great idea. But at Ortho Arts, we prefer to use removable retainers...
The Cost of Braces in Bakersfield CA
What's the cost of braces in Bakersfield, CA? If you’re curious, that’s totally understandable. Many people start by figuring out the cost expectations to get their ideal smile. Fees in our office range from $2700 to over $8000. Our average fee for braces is $5300....
Why meeting your future orthodontist is important
How would you feel if you went to a teacher parent conference and never actually talked to your child’s teacher? Maybe you talked to the office staff, the lunch team, and the custodian, but your child’s homeroom teacher never even showed up. Well, think of your...
Same-day braces may seem like a shortcut, but they’re not
Picture this: you’re on an airplane heading to your next vacation destination. You’re seated in first class. The flight attendants are serving free drinks. The view out your window is spectacular. “Wow,” you think, “what a great flight.” Then you realize there’s no...
5 Reasons Why Now is the Perfect Time for Adults to Get Braces
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, one in four of today’s orthodontic patients are adults. That’s a lot more than in years past. So why are more adults getting orthodontic treatment this year than ever before? Whether you’re a young adult, a...
Dr. G Now Offers 3D Cone Beam Imaging!
What is Cone Beam 3D Imaging? Traditionally, orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning has been done with 2-dimensional imaging using a panoramic x-ray, generally showing what teeth are present and where they are, and a cephalometric x-ray, which is a side view...
