BURIEN
WEST SEATTLE
April 12, 2016
Playing Sports with Braces? Wear a Mouthguard!
Now that spring is here, many of our patients are preparing to play spring sports like baseball, softball, and lacrosse. This is a great time for us to remind those of you wearing braces that it’s very important to wear protective mouthguards when you’re playing contact sports or whenever you’re taking part in any activity
March 22, 2016
How to Save On Braces and Other Orthodontic Care
Undergoing orthodontic treatment is an investment both in terms of time and money. At Peralta Orthodontics, we strive to provide our patients with affordable, high quality orthodontic care using the latest available technology and orthodontic techniques. If you’re considering seeing a Seattle orthodontist for braces, the cost of braces is surely something you’ve thought about.
February 24, 2016
Moving To West Seattle? Here’s What You Need To Know
Peralta Orthodontics is proud to be a part of the West Seattle, Burien, and greater Seattle, WA community! If you are planning on moving to West Seattle, it’s always good to get a few tips that can make the transition easier. Here are a few things you should know if you’re planning on re-locating to
February 2, 2016
Teen Orthodontics & Wisdom Teeth: What’s the Deal?
While one of our recent blog posts discussed Dr. Peralta’s philosophy on adult wisdom teeth extractions, his opinion differs when it comes to adolescents. For adolescent and teen patients, braces are usually removed long before it is time to consider the wisdom teeth. However, by the time the final retainer check appointment approaches, our Burien and West
January 20, 2016
How to Get The Most Out Of Your Orthodontic Treatment
Whether you’re wearing Invisalign clear aligners or conventional metal braces, you surely want your treatment to go along as planned. After all, orthodontic treatment is a big investment in terms of both time and money. It’s a 2-way street as both you and your orthodontist have responsibilities in helping you achieve your new, beautiful smile.
January 11, 2016
Adult Orthodontics: Do Wisdom Teeth Have to be Removed?
Dr. Jorge Peralta is frequently asked by our Seattle-area adult patients if they need to have their wisdom teeth removed before beginning orthodontic treatment. The short answer is “no”. The great majority of our adult patients can have their orthodontic treatment completed while they still have their wisdom teeth. The exceptions are when the condition
December 15, 2015
2016 New Years Resolutions: Braces Edition
While it’s hard to believe, 2015 is quickly coming to a close. This is the time of the year when our Seattle orthodontist Dr. Jorge Peralta and his team reflect over the past twelve months and look forward to what’s to come in 2016. We’ve had a great year and have enjoyed seeing many new
November 10, 2015
Announcing Our New West Seattle Location!
Our Seattle orthodontist Dr. Jorge Peralta and his staff would like to announce that we have opened a new West Seattle office location to better serve our patients! Our new office is located at: Jefferson Square Building 4700 42nd Ave SW, Suite 555 Seattle, WA Phone: (206) 938-3100 With this change, we have
October 26, 2015
Will I Need to Wear Headgear?
No appliance garners as much negative attention as headgear. Originally developed in the 1800s, the purpose of headgear is to help guide growth of the face and jaws, balance the profile, and create a healthy bite. It is most effective when worn between the ages of 10-14 because this is when most growth occurs.
October 6, 2015
Fall in Seattle: Our Favorite Local Festivities
Dr. Peralta and his team are proud to be a part of the local Seattle community! Just because summer has ended, that doesn’t mean that there’s less to do in our beautiful city. We’d like to share our five favorite fall festivities taking place in Seattle and the surrounding areas. Burien Brat Trot –
