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Nearly 40 million Americans suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a chronic condition that causes you to stop breathing dozens or even hundreds of times a night. Typically, OSA happens when the muscles in your throat and neck relax during sleep, and the tissue at the back of your throat...
Popping or clicking sensations in your jaw may not seem like a big deal, especially if there’s no pain or it doesn’t happen frequently. But those noises are often the first noticeable sign of an underlying jaw joint problem called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder — and an indication that you...
There’s no doubt orthodontic treatment yields plenty of benefits, both cosmetically and in terms of better oral health. Yet many people still balk at the idea of wearing braces for two years (or longer). Fortunately, today there’s another option: accelerated orthodontics. This advanced process uses cutting-edge techniques to shorten treatment...
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder affects millions of Americans, causing jaw pain, stiffness, headaches, and other uncomfortable symptoms. If you’re one of those millions, you’re undoubtedly looking for relief, and our team can help. TMJ issues don't just cause discomfort. Without prompt treatment, they can lead to permanent jaw joint damage....
Orthodontic treatment plays a critical role in helping kids optimize their oral health now as well as during their adult years. But while most parents understand the important benefits of orthodontic treatment, you may be less clear about when treatment should begin. At Constant and Contro Orthodontics in Cupertino, California,...
Roughly 30 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, a chronic condition that repeatedly interrupts your breathing while you sleep. These interruptions can last only for a few seconds, but they can happen dozens of times a night, making it hard to get a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, because the interruptions...
Millions of Americans undergo orthodontic treatment every year, and for pretty much all of them, wearing a retainer is going to be part of the process. That's because, like brackets, wires, and aligners, retainers play a major part in creating your new, beautiful smile. A leading orthodontics practice in Cupertino,...
Childhood is a time of rapid growth and development — so rapid, it can sometimes seem like your child has grown overnight. During this time, understanding the factors that can affect growth and development is essential, including factors that can play a role in your child’s oral and jaw development....
Millions of Americans wear clear aligners (ie: Invisalign®) or conventional braces, including preteens, teens, and a surprisingly large number of adults. Orthodontic treatment offers plenty of benefits for patients, including some benefits you might not know about. As a leading provider of orthodontic treatment for patients in Cupertino and Palo...
Adults account for about a quarter of all orthodonture patients, according to the American Association of Orthodontists, and that number is on the rise. At Constant and Contro Orthodontics, in Cupertino and Palo Alto, California, our team offers Invisalign for patients who want to experience all the benefits orthodontic treatment...
If you’re looking for an alternative to traditional braces for mild to moderate tooth alignment issues, Invisalign® aligners are a great choice. More than 10 million people worldwide have already chosen Invisalign, and for good reason: Invisalign aligners are clear and removable! The team at Constant and Contro Orthodontics in...