Braces are an orthodontic appliance used to correct “bad bites.” A bad bite occurs when the teeth don’t line up properly when the jaws are closed. The teeth may crowded or crooked, or it could be that the upper and lower jaws don’t line up well. These problems are sometimes inherited, or they can come from oral injury, losing teeth... read more »

Enhance and upgrade your smile by finding treatments for your malocclusions. A malocclusion, also called a bad bite, is the result of an irregularity or aberration in your smile that has resulted in some form of misalignment with your teeth. Oftentimes, malocclusions occur in the incisors, but curved teeth can appear anywhere, and can even be caused by your jawbone.... read more »

If your teeth are crooked or if you have a misaligned bite, Dr. Liang and Dr. Liang may recommend braces in Potomac, Maryland. An orthodontic exam will be performed and our orthodontists 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... read more »

Orthodontic treatment is performed to correct different types of malocclusion, or poor bite. There are many possible conditions that cause a poor bite. When you come to our office, Drs. Liang and Liang can diagnose your bite and discuss your orthodontic options with you. The most common types of malocclusion are: - Upper protrusion – With upper protrusion (which is... read more »