When Do I Get My Braces Off?
Deciding to get braces is one of the best choices you can make for your oral health. Braces have many life-changing benefits beyond just the aesthetic and can help reduce pain, increase confidence, and reduce the risk of future dental problems. However, if Dr. Jared Lee just applied them, you’re probably asking the question: When Read More
Sports Safety & Orthodontic Emergencies
Living an active lifestyle is one of the best ways to stay happy and healthy throughout your lifetime. Whether you’re playing basketball, running cross country, or doing gymnastics, you’re getting endorphins and improving your life. If you’re wearing braces, you need to be a little more cautious when it comes to physical activity. It’s important Read More
Tips for Brushing With Braces
It’s probably no surprise to you that keeping up with your oral hygiene routine is essential for keeping a happy smile. However, when you finally make the decision to get braces from Dr. Jared Lee, brushing your teeth consistently and effectively becomes that much more important! Let’s paint a picture for you. Imagine you move Read More
Can Orthodontics Fix Facial Asymmetry?
It is no secret that we live in a world of filters, FaceTune, and false facades. From TikTok to Instagram, Snapchat to Vsco, social media trends are constantly changing and affecting the way we view ourselves. One filter, in particular, has spread like wildfire: the facial symmetry filter. By copying one side of your face Read More
Questions to Ask When Choosing an Orthodontist
A successful orthodontic treatment experience isn’t just about receiving professional and gentle care. You also need to trust that your doctor and your orthodontic team have your best interests in mind and at heart. At the office of Dr. Jared Lee, we treat our patients like we would treat our own families. That means our Read More
10 Braces Myths You Need to Know
If you are looking into the prospect of getting braces, it’s normal to be a little apprehensive. You’ve likely only heard the worst possible things about the metal apparatuses of old and, like a game of telephone, the legends grow with each report. Here at the orthodontic offices of Dr. Jared Lee, we believe an Read More
Invisalign: Fact or Fiction
Are you considering orthodontic treatment? Our Oxnard and Santa Paula offices have great news for you! Our patients dealing with misaligned smiles now have more options than just traditional metal braces. Dr. Jared Lee has the expertise to offer a variety of orthodontic treatment options for patients of all ages, including Invisalign clear aligners. Have Read More
Your Guide To Adult Orthodontic Treatment
Although teens still make up the largest percentage of orthodontic patients, more adults than ever have been improving their oral health with orthodontics at the office of Dr. Jared Lee! We’re proud to create beautiful smiles for patients of all ages in Oxnard, Santa Paula, and the surrounding communities. So, if you’ve spent years of Read More
How To Identify And Treat Your Child’s Misaligned Jaw
Seeing your child show signs of jaw pain can be concerning. Whether you’ve noticed them rubbing their jaw or digging into their meals with less gusto, seeing your child hurting is never easy. Jaw pain is fairly common in both children and adults, and in younger kids, it can often stem from a misaligned bite. Read More
Caring For Your Smile Between Orthodontic Visits
The team at the office of Dr. Jared Lee hands out a lot of advice to patients, ranging from what treatment is best to how long treatment might take to caring for your smile between orthodontic visits. In fact, the question of caring for your smile between orthodontic visits comes up so much that we Read More