Drs Zammitti and Carvalho, Orthodontists in Newton Centre, MA. Dentistry & Dentists

Sal C. Zammitti, DMD, MMSc and Roberto Carvalho, DMD, PhD, Specialists in orthodontics in Marlborough for kids, adults,braces in Boston, MA, invisible braces in Northboro.

Sal C. Zammitti, DMD, MMSc and Roberto Carvalho, DMD, PhD,
Specialists in Orthodontics for Children and Adults
Your beautiful smile specialist in Boston, MA, Newton, Cambridge, Brookline, Auburndale, Marlborough, Northborough

Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that is concerned with the study and treatment of malocclusions (improper bites), which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships, or both. The goal of orthodontics is to achieve an optimum bite (occlusion), smile and facial balance.
Orthodontics in Newton, MA, Marlborough and Northborough focuses on dental displacement and also can deal with the control and modification of facial growth. It is also defined as "dentofacial orthopedics". Orthodontic treatment can be carried out for purely aesthetic reasons - improving the general appearance of patients' teeth and face for cosmetic reasons- but treatment is often prescribed for practical reasons, providing the patient with a functionally improved bite (occlusion).
The orthodontic treatment period requires wearing braces for 18-30 months for full, active treatment but sometimes as little as 6-12 months for minor or limited treatment
Children seen earlier are often able to be treated without extraction of teeth since the orthodontists in Newton, MA can start a proper treatment at the perfect time.
Non-extraction Therapy in the office of orthodontists in Boston, MA area, Newton Centre, Marlborough, Northborough
Sal C. Zammitti, DMD, MMSc and Roberto Carvalho, DMD, PhD - specialists for braces in Newton, MA, Marlborough, Northborough uses non-extraction therapy
The straight facts about orthodontics and answers to all of those questions you would be able to get from Dr. Zammitti and Dr. Carvalho - the best professional orthodontics in Boston area.
At what age can people have orthodontic treatment?
What causes orthodontic problems (malocclusions)?
What are the most commonly treated orthodontic problems?
Why is orthodontic treatment important?
How long will orthodontic treatment take?
What are orthodontic study records?
How is treatment accomplished?
Are there less noticeable braces?
How have new "high tech" wires changed orthodontics?
How do braces feel?
Do teeth with braces need special care?
How important is patient cooperation during orthodontic treatment?
Answers about your children orthodontic screening such as
Why should children have an orthodontic screening no later than age 7?
What are the benefits of early treatment?
Why do baby teeth sometimes need to be pulled?
How can a child's growth affect orthodontic treatment?
What kinds of orthodontic appliances are typically used to correct jaw-growth problems?
Will my child's tooth alignment change later?
Will be answered in Dr. Zammitti and Dr. Carvalho's offices – orthodontics in Brookline, MA, Newton, Marlborough, Northborough

Your initial visit including x-rays, pictures and exam with specialists for braces in Boston, MA is always COMPLIMENTARY. You will be able to thoroughly discuss fees and payment options before any treatment begins.