Glossary
Active Treatment
Aligners
Anterior
Arch
Attachments
Bite
Braces
Brushing
Buccal
Cephalometric Radiograph
Class I Malocclusion
Class III Malocclusion
Comprehensive Treatment
Congenitally Missing Teeth
Crown
A tooth restoration placed by a dentist. A crown covers a tooth that may have had severe decay, was badly discolored, or was broken or otherwise misshapen. The crown covers the entire tooth and functions as a replacement for the natural tooth. Crowns can last for many years, but they are not permanent.
Advanced periodontitis
Comprehensive or Phase II treatment occurs when a patient has majority permanent teeth (typically ages 12 and older). The goal of Phase II is to position all the permanent teeth as well as maximize their appearance and function. This is best accomplished with traditional braces or Invisalign.
American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
Appliances
Archwire
Band
Bracket
Bridge
Bruxism
Buccal Tube
Chain (or Power Chain)
Class II Malocclusion
Closed Coil Spring
Cone Beam CT/CBCT
Crossbite
Get Started With Us
An in-person consult will give you an opportunity to discuss your treatment goals with Dr. Moody, as well as tour our state-of-the-art office. At your consult, Dr. Moody will review your medical and dental histories and examine your teeth. He will then recommend a treatment type, explain the treatment plan, and provide an estimated treatment length. During the visit we will also review all financial info, insurance coverages, and provide flexible payment plans. If desired, most patients can start treatment the same day.
Get Started With Us
An in-person consult will give you an opportunity to discuss your treatment goals with Dr. Moody, as well as tour our state-of-the-art office. At your consult, Dr. Moody will review your medical and dental histories and examine your teeth. He will then recommend a treatment type, explain the treatment plan, and provide an estimated treatment length. During the visit we will also review all financial info, insurance coverages, and provide flexible payment plans. If desired, most patients can start treatment the same day.