Happy Mother’s Day from Family Orthodontics
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and in honor of this special holiday, we will be giving all mothers who bring their child in

May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and
My Mummy had Braces! Weird Facts about the History of Braces
Sometimes real life is stranger and more interesting that any made-up story. These weird and interesting facts about braces will amuse you … and make
Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen® Make You Smile
Many adults and teens in our Jupiter, FL office would love to have their teeth straightened but are unwilling to go through the long and
What is malocclusion?
The term malocclusion refers to misalignment of teeth. You may have been born with malocclusion, so your teeth simply grew in crooked, or the misalignment
April at Family Orthodontics
Our team at Family Orthodontics is looking forward to everything this month has to offer. If you visit our office this month you’ll no doubt
Fluoride and Your Orthodontic Treatment
Our team at Family Orthodontics in Jupiter, FL knows that there are many ways you can protect your pearly whites throughout your orthodontic treatment. If
Will my child benefit from early orthodontic treatment?
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, orthodontic treatment for children should start at around age seven. Dr. Christopher West can evaluate your child’s orthodontic
How Long Do I Need To Wear Retainers?
Once you get your braces off, you want to make sure your smile remains straight! This is where retainers come in. Once your braces come
Treatment Options for TMD
Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) refers to a diverse range of disorders that relate to muscular function in the jaw and face — the temporomandibular joint (TMJ).