Not sure whether to choose Invisalign or braces? Dr. Starling breaks down the real differences in cost, comfort, compliance, and case complexity -so Nashville and Brentwood patients can make a confident, informed decision about their smile.
Brentwood families have trusted Dr. Craig Starling for 20+ years for braces, clear aligners, lingual braces, and more. Discover why Starling Orthodontics is the go-to choice for kids, teens, and adults across Brentwood, Franklin, and Nashville.
Most parents expect a simple age for braces, but the answer is more nuanced. Dr. Starling breaks down early orthodontic evaluation, Phase 1 treatment, and the ideal age range for kids, teens, and adults across Brentwood and Nashville.
From traditional metal braces to invisible lingual braces, Starling Orthodontics offers every treatment option for kids, teens, and adults across Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and Green Hills . Same day starts and a free consultation available!
About 1 in 4 orthodontic patients today are adults, and modern braces fit real adult lives. Dr. Starling breaks down every option for Nashville and Brentwood adults, from clear aligners to invisible lingual braces, with costs, timelines, and what to expect.
Orthodontist Dr. Craig Starling discusses some tips for great oral health during orthodontic treatment.
If you're a parent, you may have taken your child to an orthodontist for braces or known another parent who got braces for their child. Have you ever thought making an appointment for yourself to see an orthodontist about improving your smile? You can have a straighter smile at any age, even in adulthood. Adult orthodontics makes getting alignment issues with your teeth or jaw fixed possible.
Timing is everything, especially when it comes to your child’s smile. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that your child gets their first orthodontic checkup by age 7, or earlier if you think your child has an orthodontic problem.
Straight teeth are important for self-esteem, of course, but they are also essential for good health. This is especially true for teenagers and young adults who are building healthy smiles that last a lifetime.
Crooked teeth and malocclusion (bite alignment problems) not only impact a person's appearance, but they can also be harmful to a person's oral health and comfort. Misaligned teeth are more difficult to keep clean which increases a person's risk of tooth decay, cavities, and periodontal disease. In addition to causing temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), malocclusion can also result in irregular wear patterns that damage the surfaces of the teeth.