ORTHODONTICS
Trusted technology
Gentleness, meticulous care and a good chair-side manner are essential to exceptional orthodontic care. But without the right technology, and the training to use it effectively, they’re not enough. Dr. Ghiz exceeds his annual continuing-education requirements in orthodontics so he stays up-to-date on the technological advances of his profession. That’s why you can trust him to provide you the latest, leading-edge care. He uses this advanced orthodontic technology to increase patient comfort while decreasing treatment time. Here is a sampling of Dr. Ghiz’s progressive orthodontic services:
- State-of-the art traditional silver braces are time-tested and proven reliable for proper fit, function and comfort.
- Progressive clear ceramic braces are perfect for the esthetically conscious patient and are nearly invisible.
- Revolutionary Invisalign is a removable, virtually invisible way to correct misaligned teeth for adults and some teens. Dr. Ghiz was one of the first orthodontists in the Salt Lake area to offer his patients the Invisalign option.
- State-of-the-art interceptive care detects orthodontic problems early and can lessen the treatment time and need for permanent tooth removal. That’s why the American Association of Orthodontists recommends your child be seen by age 7. Dr. Ghiz was one of the first dentists in the area to offer interceptive orthodontic care for children.
- Advanced interceptive appliances that are used to reduce the time spent wearing braces.
- Dewey Linguals expanders that can move teeth forward without resorting to braces.
- We have the latest colored elastics that kids love! Fluorescent and multicolored elastics make it fun for kids, and even adults, to get a better smile.
- We use state-of-the-art sterilization equipment and stringent hygiene standards for your utmost safety.
- We use the best labs and top-quality materials, adhesives and appliances to ensure the best results.
Kid friendly
Ghiz Orthodontics is the place where entertainment and quality orthodontics meet. We routinely have contests with some great prizes, including bicycles. And we have a party every year at a local water park or skating rink to show our appreciation for our young patients.
But perhaps more important to the kids over time is the kind, caring attitude of everyone in the office. Dr. Ghiz and staff have a lot of patience and take the time to get to know their patients by name and are sure to treat each one like family. Our young patients understand and respond to this approach, not because it is part of a role we play, but because it comes from the heart. Simply put, we really care about kids at Ghiz Orthodontics.
TMJ pain
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) is a chronic condition that affects 75 million people. TMJ is caused by the jaw becoming muscularly unbalanced, and there are many symptoms Dr. Ghiz has techniques that can comfortably give you or your child the relief you have been searching for. Using state-of-the-art braces, Dr. Ghiz can bring the jaw back into a muscularly balanced position and bring relief for your TMJ problem.
What are common symptoms of TMJ?
- Headaches
- Ear pain
- Pain in temples or neck
- Dizziness and/or ringing in the ears
- Limited mouth-opening
- Pain when chewing or yawning
- Clicking, popping or grating sounds when opening your mouth
- Difficulty chewing or uncomfortable bite
- Occasional hearing loss
Doctor referrals
Dr. Ghiz is a former instructor of dental interns the University of Utah and of residents at Primary Children’s Medical Center. In addition to those solid credentials and Dr. Ghiz’s three decades of experience, one more reason area dentists trust Dr. Ghiz with their patients’ orthodontic care is the way he maintains open communication with them.
Teamwork is important to creating your healthy, beautiful smile, which is why Dr. Ghiz even sends your dentist regular progress reports. He also works with a variety of professionals to help you maintain your overall dental health needs while in his care, including pediatric dentists, oral surgeons and periodontists.
Warning signs
Early warning signs your child might need orthodontic care:
- Teeth coming in the wrong place
- Breathing through the mouth
- Thumb-sucking
- Tongue-thrusting
- Congenitally missing teeth
- Jaw joint pain
Orthodontic correction
What can braces correct?
- Crowded or crooked teeth
- Overbite, underbite and crossbite
- Difficulty chewing certain foods
- Speech problems
- Excess teeth-spacing
- TMJ problems