Braces & Invisalign | Kingsport
New Smiles for Our Neighbors
At Harville Orthodontics, new smiles are our bread and butter. Dr. Harville grew up in Kingsport, and she believes in family-focused treatment. Whether you're looking for braces or Invisalign, you'll feel right at home here.
Revive Your Smile
Orthodontic problems affect everyone—kids, teens, and adults. Almost nobody is born with perfect teeth. Malocclusion (sometimes called "bad bite") can lead to issues with chewing, hygiene, speaking, and even how your smile looks.
A bad bite can happen because of genetics, thumb sucking, dental disease, poor dental hygiene, accidents, birth defects, or other medical issues.
Dr. Harville combines the latest technology with the art of moving teeth. This allows Harville Orthodontics to treat a range of dental issues, such as:
- Crowding
- Gaps
- Overbite
- Underbite
- Crossbite
- Teeth that stick out too far (“buck teeth”)
- Impacted teeth (stuck too deep into the gum or bone)
Metal Braces & Other Options
Most patients at Harville Orthodontics go for traditional metal braces to get their teeth in line.
Metal braces are a popular choice in Kingsport, but they're not the only option.
After your free consultation, Dr. Harville will help you figure out which treatment is best for you based on your specific needs and what you want your smile to look like.
Fixed Appliances Vs. Removable Appliances
At Harville Orthodontics, we believe you should know all the facts about your treatment. The first step in fixing an orthodontic issue is learning what it is and how to treat it.
It's important for patients in Kingsport to understand the difference between fixed and removable appliances. Dr. Harville attaches fixed appliances, like braces, to your teeth. She only removes them once your treatment is done.
When Dr. Harville prescribes a removable appliance, like Invisalign aligners, you'll wear them for most of the day but can take them out when needed.
Apart from the obvious differences, Harville Orthodontics uses Invisalign aligners for mild to moderate orthodontic issues. Dr. Harville typically uses fixed appliances for more complex cases or comprehensive treatment