Each year Dr. Spokane offers a $500.00 scholarship to a Senior who can explain in a 500 word essay how their smile has changed their life. The Senior

See Your “After” Smile Today! Use Invisalign® SmileView™ technology to see what you would look like after orthodontic treatment! Simply take a smiling selfie and we’ll simulate your new smile! That’s

Tobacco use is still the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the United States. New products on the market referred to as “vapes”

A face crib, or face brace, is the common name for an orthopedic protraction reverse pull headgear.  It is a commonly used appliance in orthodontics for children that pulls

Orthodontists have received YEARS of additional training beyond dental school. They are specifically trained to identify problems that even a dentist is not able to recognize! This is why it

Teaching kids about good dental care at a young age is crucial to having healthy teeth later in life. Learning how choices impact the teeth

Thumb sucking is a natural reflex for babies that provides security and isn’t typically a concern in very young children. However, once a child’s permanent

Clear braces can address several forms of misalignment without impacting your appearance like traditional metal braces. These ceramic brackets are designed to blend seamlessly with your smile,

A Herbst appliance is used by orthodontists in correcting moderate to severe overbites that wearing rubber bands alone will not fix.  They are extremely effective when

The Schwarz appliance is used in orthodontics to provide expansion and attain normal occlusal function.  A narrow arch is a common orthodontic problem that can

Adolescent orthodontic patients who have excessive overbites traditionally required cumbersome headgear that was prone to breaking. Fortunately, the Forsus™ Fatigue Resistant Device offers an alternative that is

Many men and women with temporomandibular (TMJ) disorder live with painful symptoms that significantly impact their quality of life on a daily basis. Typically, conservative

Orthodontics in Conjunction With Oral Surgery Surgery in orthodontics is only used in severe cases that include bad bites, jaw bone abnormalities, and malocclusion. Orthognathic

Do you have crooked teeth, bite problems, or another orthodontic issue? A straighter smile can be yours, no matter your age. How? With personalized orthodontic treatment from

What Is An Orthodontic Emergency? Fortunately, true orthodontic emergencies are very rare. If something feels wrong with your braces, you will find tips for solving the most

Having crooked teeth can cause people to feel embarrassed but wearing braces to straighten your smile may not seem much better. Karski & Spokane Orthodontics

Orthodontic treatments like Invisalign® can boost your confidence in your smile. Retainers are a critical component of those treatments. Our orthodontists, Dr. David Spokane and

Crooked teeth or a misaligned bite can cause a host of oral health concerns – not to mention detract from your smile.  Traditional braces are a trusted

Expanders are ONLY recommended in certain situations, and are not necessary for most children that we see. In general, expanders are utilized only in cases

Properly aligned smiles affect even the youngest patients’ health and confidence. The American Association of Orthodontists® recommends that children visit an orthodontist no later than age seven to

More and more adults are seeking treatment for orthodontic issues ranging from crooked and gapped teeth to bite misalignment. Addressing these concerns can not only improve