Creating Beautiful Smiles

There is an old Irish saying, “The world always looks brighter from behind a smile.” 

Smiles come in many shapes and sizes.  A pleasing smile can play an important role for you on your journey through life.  It engages others and shares your warmth.  At Kemp Orthodontics we can bring out the best in your smile.  We like to say your teeth are the picture and your lips are the picture frame.  To create a beautiful smile we position the teeth in your lips to create a pleasing smile. By applying the science of gently moving your teeth, we can eliminate gaps between your teeth, straighten crooked teeth and correct other problems that can be distracting from your smile.  Visit our smile gallery to see some before-and-after work. You will find it amazing.

What is a Rapid Palatal Expander?

A Rapid Palatal Expander (RPE) is one of the auxiliary appliances that Dr. Kemp likes to  use along with braces.  The RPE is a wonderful appliance to use for patients whose upper jaw is narrow, protrusive and crowded. The Rapid Palatal Expander gently widens the upper arch (palate) by stretching the center palatal connective suture.  Once the palate is widened, the suture knits together with newly formed bone.  The Rapid Palatal Expander is prescribed usually prior to completion of growth.  A parent or the patient adjusts the RPE every other day as instructed until the palate has been widened enough. The RPE is an excellent appliance especially to help change abnormal growth patterns.  Please follow this link Rapid Palatal Expander to read more about the expander on our website.

Sizzle Awards 2015

Dear Kemp Orthodontics family and friends,
I want to express a sincere "Thank you" for voting our practice the #1 orthodontic practice in the 2015 Williamson County Sizzle Awards. Our motto remains to serve our patients and their families in the same manner we ourselves would desire to be served. If you haven't already done so, we invite you to visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/KempOrthodontics .  We set up the Kemp Orthodontics' Facebook page as a additional way to keep our families informed about upcoming events and provide educational material.  We would appreciate your giving our page the thumbs up by pressing the LIKE button.

Thank you again for making Kemp Orthodontics the #1 orthodontic practice in Williamson County.  This award is for you, too!

Sincerely,

Dr. David H. Kemp

April is National Facial Protection Month

April is National Facial Protection Month 

Mouth guards can help prevent or minimize tooth and jaw injuries.  At Kemp Orthodontics we recommend that a mouth guard be worn any time the teeth could come into contact with a ball, a hard object, another player or the ground/pavement.  Kemp Orthodontics purchases mouth guards from a leading company in the industry and these mouth guards are designed to fit comfortably in place adapting to your teeth and braces.  They cannot be swallowed or dislodged on impact and conform to NCAA guidelines.  There is a assortment of colors to choose from.  At Kemp Orthodontics we are all about protecting  your beautiful smile.

 

Orthodontic Emergencies

At Kemp Orthodontics, we know orthodontic emergencies are never convenient or timely.  If you are experiencing severe discomfort or if of your appliance as come loose, you should call the office. We will be able to schedule an appointment to resolve the problem. If you have an orthodontic emergency after regular office hours, please give us a call, and a member of the staff will be alerted to call you back as soon as possible. You would be surprised at how many emergencies can be taken care of with just a phone call.

At Kemp Orthodontics, your comfort is one of our greatest concerns. 

Beautiful Smiles

Your smile is your greeting to the world.  It is also a window to an important part of your dental health, the alignment of your teeth.   Not everyone is born with beautifully aligned teeth.  Crooked teeth or spaces between your teeth may be a source of embarrassment or self-consciousness.  Improperly aligned teeth and jaws are called a “malocclusion.”  Not only does a malocclusion cause emotional discomfort, but having a malocclusion can lead to a host of sometimes painful physical dental disorders.

The good news is that Kemp Orthodontics can correct these problems and help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile that's good for life.

Can Adults Wear Braces?

Braces aren't just for teenagers – it's never too late to improve your dental health and beautify your smile. About 1 million Americans over the age of 18 wear braces. At Kemp Orthodontics, adult patients make up 35% of our practice. 

Your general dentist can help you determine if orthodontic treatment is the right option for you. You can also call our office to schedule a complimentary examination.