Orthodontics

For most patients, straight teeth deliver a terrific smile

But did you know that properly aligned teeth are healthier?

Overlapped, crooked, or rotated teeth create a daily cleaning challenge. Food and bacterial plaque accumulate slowly in the tiny spaces your toothbrush and floss can’t reach. The acidic toxins that seep out of the bacterial sludge can lead to cavities and inflamed, diseased gums.

When your teeth aren’t well-aligned, they can interfere with talking, eating, and swallowing. It can also stress the jaw and cause jaw pain.

But orthodontics can leave you with a healthier mouth by helping even a couple of crooked teeth find their proper place. Aligned teeth are easier to clean, ease jaw pain, and are less at risk for dental problems. Orthodontic treatments can even improve your bite, speech, and ability to chew.

Straightening teeth isn't just for kids!

Adults often make the most dedicated orthodontic patients, and it’s never too late to discuss the options for a bright, straight smile. If you’re not sure wires fit your tolerance level, don’t worry. Invisible methods can work extremely well in many cases, and Dr. Frahm can help you explore the possibilities.

Orthodontics involves teeth straightening and jaw alignment, combining beauty and function. Identifying problems early in development may allow easier treatment with better results, but it’s never too late to discuss ways to enhance a smile!

What our orthodontist can do for you

Common orthodontic treatments to align teeth include traditional braces, clear aligners, and retainers.

Braces gradually position teeth over time.
Clear aligners are similar in function and are less noticeable.
Lastly, a retainer is an orthodontic treatment that prevents your correctly aligned teeth from drifting from their position.

Your orthodontist will guide and monitor your teeth’s alignment. They will also advise you on how to care for your orthodontics and how long you’ll wear them.

Furthermore, orthodontists offer oral surgery for more severe cases of teeth misalignment caused by the upper and lower jaws being out of position.

Why straighten your teeth with Dr. Sarah Frahm?

Your satisfaction as our patient is our most important goal. At Dr. Frahm’s clinic, we use the latest technology to deliver the highest-quality treatment and combine that with our gentle touch to ensure a comfortable and relaxing experience for you.

With customized smile enhancement, you will never need to hide your smile behind your hands. Instead, you will want to display your self-confident smile to everyone you meet.

This dental practice is friendly, personable, professional and takes time to provide comforting details. And I had the best teeth cleaning that I can ever remember having. Would not hesitate to recommend.

I feel I am in good hands with Dr. Sarah. She is gentle, kind and informative. She has the energy of a healer. The staff is wonderful. They even give you a heated neck pillow and a blanket for your comfort and relieve any anxiousness one might have being in the dentist chair.

Stacy Russo is the very best dental hygienist I’ve had! She’s thorough, efficient, and has a wicked sense of humor woven into the mix. She apologizes if she hurts me, and quickly continues her work. With one eye on the clock, she finishes on time. Every time. I hope she never retires (sorry Stacy)! ❤️❤️❤️

Stacey is a fantastic hygienist. I've been seeing her for 25 years as has my husband. Dr Frahm has owned this practice for 3 years. She is very caring. Matter of fact, the entire staff is top notch. They are all caring, pleasant and diligent. I highly recommend this dental practice.

This is, hands down, the VERY BEST DENTIST I have ever experienced in my entire life! And I say that with emphasis. Immediately just by walking into the office, it's already different. And the way every single person treats you, it almost feels like it's out of a movie. It doesn't seem real. Almost too good to be true...

Experience Easy Orthodontic Treatment with Invisalign®

A straight smile has never been easier to enjoy. Invisalign® is our choice of making custom clear aligners for our patients. Combined with sophisticated 3D software, this technology brings a new smile within reach for most adults and mature teens.

Get In Touch with an Orthodontist Near You

If you are ready to schedule your consultation with Dr. Sarah Frahm, please call (831)-372-8011 today or contact our concierge care team. Our team is happy to serve people throughout the communities of Monterey, Carmel, and Pebble Beach.