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Why orthodontics as an adult: A Testimonial
Sometimes adults feel sheepish about getting braces or getting their teeth straight. The benefits of having a great smile go beyond just health benefits. Here is a personal testimony of a patient that decided to pursue orthodontic treatment in her 20's....

Simply Orthodontics' Successful Tips with Invisalign
The Invisalign site is a great place if you are thinking about getting treatment. The benefits of straight teeth and how Invisalign works can be see on their website! If you are a new Invisalign patient refer to these guidelines to help you on your journey!...

Dental Insurance and Orthodontics: Answers to your questions!
With dental insurance becoming more prevalent in our society we get a ton of questions all the time regarding orthodontics and dental insurance. Questions such as: Does my insurance cover braces? Does my insurance cover Invisalign? How much does it cover?...

To remove teeth or to not remove teeth…The Irvine Orthodontist’s take
The thought of removing permanent teeth in your child or even yourself can be frightening for almost anyone. I have a lot of patients reject orthodontic treatment or some even say, “My dentist said I don’t have to get teeth taken out” or “Another doctor said...

Why is my orthodontist telling me my child needs braces so early!?
I get this question a lot! Even with all the information online I think coming from my mouth (ie a specialist) they feel more comfortable hearing it from me. A lot of parents think it’s a scam in that it’s a way for orthdodontists to get more money. There are...

Your Orthodontist…My Story #IrvineOrthodontist
Simon Shung DMD | Orthodontist at Simply Orthodontics Irvine[/caption] On a daily basis, I hear the line, “You like looking at teeth all day!” I’ve always wondered if patients care to hear about the personal background and career path that leads to becoming an...

Are your teeth almost perfect?
Did you know that many folks who would have never considered braces because of the way it makes them look while they're in the treatment period? This has always been the "toss-up" for people who's teeth are nearly perfect but still could use a little work. They...

Marketing misconceptions to the public
There are a lot of marketing strategies in today's orthodontic world and I felt it necessary to educate my friends and patients on what's out there and current claims so they aren't deceived by them. Damon Braces: This is one of the biggest misconceptions...