Austin Damon

Getting your braces off or finishing your last set of clear aligners is a major milestone. You finally get to see your beautiful, straight smile free of hardware. But your orthodontic journey is not quite over yet. To keep your teeth perfectly aligned, you need a retainer. Retainers are crucial appliances designed to hold your … Read more

Fixing a misaligned bite or straightening crooked teeth is a goal many adults and teens share. But if you have previously undergone major dental work, you might be unsure about your options. A common concern for patients who want to improve their smile is understanding how existing dental restorations interact with orthodontic hardware. You might … Read more

A confident smile changes how you interact with others. It boosts your self-esteem, improves your daily interactions, and supports better overall health. When teeth are properly aligned, they are easier to clean and less prone to decay. But before starting this transformative process, many families naturally want to understand the financial commitment. Choosing the right … Read more

When you smile, do you notice that some of your teeth overlap, twist, or sit pushed behind others? If there is not enough room in your jaw for all your teeth to fit perfectly side by side, you might be dealing with a common dental condition. Many patients visit the orthodontist wondering exactly what overcrowding … Read more

There is a common misconception that orthodontics is a rite of passage reserved strictly for middle school hallways. But walk into our orthodontic office in Poplar Bluff, and you’ll notice something surprising: the waiting room isn’t just filled with teenagers. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, one in three orthodontic patients today is an … Read more

If braces are the car that drives your smile to perfection, orthodontic elastics (rubber bands) are the engine. While brackets and wires are excellent at straightening crooked teeth, they often need help fixing the bite—how your upper and lower teeth fit together. At Innovative Orthodontics, we believe in “Tech-Forward Care with a Human Touch.” Part … Read more

When you think of orthodontics, you might picture metal brackets and clinical waiting rooms. But if you walk into any of the five Innovative Orthodontics locations across Missouri, you’ll find something entirely different. You might smell fresh-baked cookies, hear laughter from the game room, or see a team member greeting a patient like an old … Read more

Did you know that by the time your child is blowing out the candles on their 7th birthday cake, their mouth has already undergone significant development? While they might still have that adorable toothless grin in places, beneath the surface, a complex roadmap of permanent teeth and jaw growth is taking shape. It’s a statistic … Read more

You know that sinking feeling. You are taking your retainer out after breakfast or giving it a quick scrub, and suddenly—snap. You look down to see a cracked piece of plastic or a dangling wire. Panic sets in. You’ve spent months, maybe years, in braces or Invisalign to achieve that perfect smile, and the one … Read more

Invisalign has revolutionized the world of orthodontics. Gone are the days when metal brackets and wires were the only path to a straighter smile. Today, millions of teens and adults choose Invisalign for its discreet appearance and the freedom to remove the aligners while eating. It’s the clear choice for a confident lifestyle. However, with … Read more