Poor oral hygiene encourages the natural bacteria living in your mouth to cause problems like periodontal disease and tooth decay. A cavity is even more likely to occur if your tooth enamel has been weakened by acidic foods and beverages. One easy way to help prevent this from happening is to expose your teeth to fluoride. Fluoride can strengthen tooth... read more »

Avoid common pitfalls with orthodontic braces. If you have a set of orthodontic aligners or are currently considering getting them, it is important to remember that the secret to success lies in your quality care and effort put into caring for them. As long as you remember to care for your braces the same way you care for your teeth... read more »

If your teeth are crooked or if you have a misaligned bite, Dr. Wendy Chen may recommend braces in Colleyville, Texas. An orthodontic exam will be performed and our orthodontist will take impressions of your teeth, take photos of your teeth and face, and take X-rays of your mouth and head. Your treatment plan will be formed based on this... read more »

You may be practicing proper oral health care techniques but through no fault of your own, your teeth may be holding you back. If your teeth are not properly aligned, your oral health can suffer as well. Cleaning your teeth and gums is much easier if your teeth are in proper alignment. The orthodontist here at Wendy Chen Orthodontics wants... read more »

If you are wondering if you should align your crooked smile, then our Wendy Chen Orthodontics team thinks you should! There are many reasons why you should straighten your teeth, and those reasons are: Reason No. 1: You’ll finally love your appearance Usually, when you have crooked teeth, you feel self-conscious and embarrassed of your smile. So, if you decide... read more »

Are your teeth crooked or crowded? Do you wish you had a straighter, healthier, more beautiful smile? Ask Dr. Wendy Chen how Invisalign® in Colleyville, Texas, can benefit your smile. Invisalign uses clear aligners to gently and discreetly straighten your smile over time. This system is a great choice for teens and adults alike! Many adults have long wanted to... read more »

Do you have crooked teeth or a bad bite? Ask Dr. Wendy Chen about how braces in Colleyville, Texas, can help you. Do not think that since you did not have your teeth straightened as a child that it is too late. Braces can help children, teens, and adults alike! Braces are can be made from different materials. Traditional braces... read more »

Your new set of braces are designed to effectively realign your teeth through the course of regular adjustment sessions. This represents a serious investment in improving your long-term oral health and the cosmetic appearance of your smile. Tooth decay and damage to your braces have the potential to increase the total treatment time with braces. With that in mind, your... read more »

Each one of your adjustment sessions with Dr. Wendy Chen applied a modest amount of tension to the periodontal ligaments anchoring your teeth into their sockets. Each adjustment brought you teeth one step closer to the winning smile you will soon enjoy. After your braces have been removed, there will still be some residual tension in the ligaments. If it’s... read more »

A smooth and winning smile serves you well in many social situations. Many adults with minor alignment issues are put off by the notion of wearing traditional wire and bracket braces. However, Invisalign® can actually give you the winning smile you’ve always wanted in as little as six to eight weeks. Dr. Wendy Chen can fit you for Invisalign® after... read more »