Frenectomies

by | Nov 21, 2018 | A Day in the Life, Orthodontic Assistant Permit

The Frenectomy in Orthodontics Frenectomies are commonly performed in orthodontics to keep a diastema closed. A diastema is a gap between your two front teeth created by a thick piece of tissue called a “frenum.” You can reshape, shorten or remove this tissue with a...

TAD’s: What, Where, Why & How

by | Aug 8, 2018 | Orthodontic Assistant Permit

TAD’s: What, Why, Where and How? I’m sure many of you have heard of these things: TAD’s. What  are they ? TAD’s  (Temporary Anchorage Device) resemble a screw and they are sometimes referred to as mini implants. They are made out of titanium, the same material that is...