OTHODONTIC CARE: RESOURCES & GUIDANCE

Timing is everything – even when it comes to your child’s orthodontic treatment.

You have probably heard the terms "overbite" and "overjet," but not many people know the difference or why they matter. Overbite refers...

Early diagnosis and treatment of airway problems are important to prevent complications that can affect a child's growth and development.

There are a lot of treatment options these days, from retainers to clear aligners to classic or lingual braces. Orthodontists are...

People often assume that orthodontic treatment will take years. There are many factors that determine the length of your treatment with...

If you have been looking into clear aligner alternatives to braces, you have probably heard the commonly known brand Invisalign®...

Self-ligating brackets have a "door" or clip that secures the wire, thus eliminating the need for ties.

Who doesn't want to enjoy a new smile as quickly as possible? The length of orthodontic treatment can vary based on how complicated...

Who doesn't want to enjoy a new smile by having their teeth and bite aligned as quickly as possible? Orthodontic treatment timing can...

Paci, soothie , binky, boppy, nigh nigh – whatever you call them, pacifiers can be a GREAT way to soothe and comfort your child. They...

Insurance coverage for orthodontics can be confusing. When it comes to treatment for you or your child, you'll want to have a firm grasp...

While all practicing orthodontists have a license, only a select few pursue board certification by the American Board of Orthodontics...

Orthodontic treatment can be a big investment. Not only can aligning teeth improve your health and well being, it can be a life changing...

In addition to overcrowding, there are several types of malocclusions (misaligned bites) in which upper and lower teeth do not fit...

We have all seen the trendy mail-order aligner ads that claim to get your teeth straightened at a fraction of the cost compared to seeing...

Dr. Godley recommends bringing your child in for their first evaluation around age 7. At this age, adult teeth are erupting.

Dr. Danielle Godley joined the Carmel, IN community when she started her orthodontic practice, Godley Family Orthodontics, in 2021. She...

Godley Family Orthodontics is a family-owned orthodontic office located in Indiana. It was created out of Dr. Danielle Godley's passion...