An overbite is one of the most common malocclusions. If Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Naana Mensah and our team have diagnosed you with an overbite, you probably have lots of questions. Let’s try to answer some of [...]
Orthodontic braces are used to straighten the teeth, which not only creates a more pleasing appearance, but also helps prevent tooth decay and other oral health problems. Braces are only effective when they are properly cared for, however. Certain foods, [...]
We’re all friends here, so if you sometimes feel a bit nervous before your orthodontic appointments, no judging! Ask us about any worries you might have. We are happy to explain procedures, equipment, and your orthodontic options so you know [...]
Bite problems are so common that most of us know someone who’s worn braces. So perhaps you’re already familiar with the terms “overbite” and “underbite”—but if you’ve been diagnosed with an “overjet,” that just might be an orthodontic diagnosis that [...]
TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Naana Mensah and [...]
When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Kenwood Dental Group calls this oral condition "hyperdontia." Primary teeth are [...]
At Kenwood Dental Group, Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Naana Mensah and our staff know that eating with braces can be tricky. You want to avoid damaging the bands, brackets, and wires, since any damage can delay the [...]
Orthodontists like Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Naana Mensah recommend a first orthodontic visit and evaluation for your child around the age of seven. We will evaluate your child’s jaw and facial development and make sure that there [...]
The weather out there might be frightful for most of us, but not for you! You’ve been waiting all year for a fresh coat of powder and all the outdoor sporting activities winter brings. But before you grab those ski [...]
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start by making this the year you quit smoking once and [...]
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Naana Mensah and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, another year of [...]
People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on which everyone would celebrate the New Year. At midnight people [...]
Modern orthodontic technology has led to major changes in the world of braces. Brackets are smaller and come in both metal and ceramic materials. Wires are more efficient and more comfortable. Elastic bands come in a variety of vivid colors, [...]
