Amazing! The office is super clean, staff is super friendly, and Dr. Katie and her dad are extremely professional. The one main feature that stands out is their trustworthiness. Their attention to detail was incredible: they instructed my son on proper aftercare; they...

Do Clear Braces Stain?

 We at Bales Orthodontics are often asked if clear braces stain.  Braces come in all types of shapes, colors and sizes.  The bracket simply acts as a handle so that we can hold onto the tooth and move it into the desired position using the arch...

Will my Orthodontic Insurance Cover Invisalign?

Will Dental Insurance help cover the cost for Invisalign treatment?At Dr Bales office we are asked this question quite often.  People mistakenly belive that Invisalign is only for cosmetic purposes, so their insurance compainies will not pay up.  This...

Do Braces cause Puffy Gums?

True or False:  Braces cause gingival inflammation or “puffy gums”The answer is FalseWe at Bales Orthodontics are often asked this question.  The gingival or gum tissue does not simply “puff up” automatically because braces are...

How long do Braces need to be on?

How long will my braces be on?  Do you know when I’ll be finished with Orthodontic treatment?  When do I get my retainers?When do I get my braces off?These are common questions we hear almost every day in the Orthodontic office.  During our...