Your braces were designed to be sturdy enough to handle your every day chewing and speaking needs. However, there are circumstances when they can certainly be damaged - if you indulge in a particularly sticky or hard food or find yourself in a sports accident or car accident, for example. When this happens, you should not delay in calling 408-997-7772... read more »
The braces hardware installed in your mouth at Dr. Christopher Corsa’s San Jose, California clinic is made from rather durable elements, cemented onto the faces of your teeth with a strong dental adhesive. While this creates a solid unit suited for the rigors of daily use and orthodontic realignment, they are not impervious to damage and tooth decay. If you... read more »
Do you have a sore in the mouth that is shallow, white or yellow with a red border? If so, you may be experiencing a canker sore! If you are in need of relief from a canker sore in the mouth, we can help. When you are first wearing braces, these sores may crop up as the soft oral tissues... read more »