Posts by Affonso Barolo

There are a wide variety of dental issues that can affect a person as they age. From teeth drifting out of place to wisdom teeth overcrowding your mouth. Certain dental issues can easily be fixed while others may require a bit of change in your habits. One of the dental issues that can happen, especially…

COVID-19 has made life difficult for Americans in ways we never thought we would have to deal with. From the basics of grocery shopping to essentials like dental and healthcare needs, people have felt the stresses and strains of this pandemic in every aspect of life. The constant fear and stress of going out of…

One of the most noticeable and desirable features for most people is a beautiful set of straight and white teeth. There are a number of different ways to get straighter teeth, keep your teeth straight, and improve the overall health of your teeth. If you are interested in learning more about how you can get…

Your teeth are extremely important, not only for your health but for your overall confidence and appearance. It has never been more important to have straight teeth, as we are more visible now than ever with the advent of social media and the constant stream of pictures. Wouldn’t it be great if you could get…

Your teeth are some of the first things that people notice about your appearance. If you have crooked teeth, you know just how limited you can feel in social or professional situations. Regardless of whether you are a teenager or an adult, you don’t have to deal with unwanted attention to your smile while you…

When we think of orthodontic care, most of us think of teenage years to young adulthood filled with metallic braces and awkward moments. Thankfully, orthodontic care has come a long way since the dark days of rubber bands and headgears. If you have put off your orthodontic care or didn’t have the opportunity to take…

Finding the right orthodontist can be a difficult prospect. Every practice promises that they are the best in the area, but most fall far short of that mark. Here at Gruelle Dempsey Orthodontics, we believe in providing unparalleled care through deep and thorough knowledge of the orthodontic field. Every year, our orthodontic specialists travel the…

Sleep apnea has quickly become one of the most widespread sleep issues, affecting between 50-70 million adults worldwide. Approximately 3-7% of all men and 2-5% of all women experience sleep apnea to some degree, and if left untreated, sleep apnea can lead to a debilitating lack of sleep. Most people don’t realize just how much…

If you have a teenage child, you are more than likely on the verge of dealing with braces or some form of orthodontic treatment for your child. Depending on your child’s dental needs, orthodontics may be necessary to make sure that your child’s teeth look beautiful and stay healthy all through adulthood. Most young adults…

Over the course of our lives, most of us will seek out cosmetic dental fixes, be it from retainers, braces, or teeth whitening. If you want straight teeth but don’t want all the unwanted attention of metal braces, Invisalign is the perfect option for you. With comparable treatment times to traditional braces and a sleek,…