Wondering if Invisalign is right for your child? Dr. Courtney Lavigne explains how clear aligners actually work, when they make sense for kids, and what parents in Providence and Wakefield, RI need to know before starting treatment.
12 months? 18 months? 2 years? Here's what actually determines how long your child's orthodontic treatment takes — and how to make it shorter.
A crossbite isn't just a cosmetic issue. Here's what it is, why it matters for your child's jaw development, and why earlier treatment is almost always simpler.
Your child breathes through their mouth — day, night, or both. Here's what that actually means, why it matters for jaw development, and when to see an orthodontist.
Every parent asks this question. The honest answer is: it depends on your child — not on what's trendy. Here's how Dr. Lavigne thinks about it.
Your child's dentist mentioned a palate expander — but what does that actually mean? Dr. Lavigne breaks down exactly how expanders work, who needs one, and why earlier is almost always better.
Not all orthodontic practices are the same. Here's what Providence parents should actually look for when choosing an orthodontist for their child — and why it matters more than you might think.
If your child's dentist mentioned Phase 1 orthodontics, here's what it means, when to start, and why early treatment at our Providence office can make all the difference.
Looking for a pediatric orthodontist in Providence, RI? Here's what to look for, what to expect at a first visit, and why East Side families choose Anchor Orthodontics.
Our iCAT Cone Beam CT (CBCT) 3D imaging scanner has arrived at our Wakefield, Rhode Island office. Learn what CBCT technology means for your orthodontic care and why we chose the lowest-radiation option available.
Looking for an orthodontist in Providence, RI? Here's what to look for, what to expect at a first visit, and why families across the East Side choose Anchor Orthodontics.
Airway orthodontics looks beyond straight teeth to how your child breathes, sleeps, and grows. Learn the signs — from snoring to teeth grinding — and how treatment at Anchor Orthodontics can help Rhode Island families.
Most parents wait too long. Here's the window Dr. Lavigne and Dr. Cardarelli watch for — and why catching certain problems at age 7 changes everything.
