Dr. Craig Williams is currently participating in a two-year course through Opal Orthodontics that provides education in methodology, diagnosis, and treatment planning. Hestrives to streamline the patient experience while building a stronger philosophy to maintain throughout his career.
Dr. Williams and his wonderful wife Ramona have four children Chelsea, Chandler, Colin and Corinne as well as an Akita named Zuri. He stays active by running, playing golf, and coaching football. He is involved in youth sports:officiating basketball and football games, and attending his childrens extracurricular activities.
We recognize that allour patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice.
I assist Dr. Williams during patient procedures, take X-rays, train new staff members, and help wherever I am needed. I love watching the orthodontic process of a patient from beginning to end. It is awesome to see a child come in with crooked teeth and see them leave a year or two later as a young adult with a beautiful smile. Our team is full of love, and that spills over into the care we provide to our patients.
I work alongside Dr. Williams with patient care, take X-rays, and sterilize our equipment. It is such a treat to witness our patients transformation when they undergo orthodontic treatment. Their smiles become more beautiful but their confidence improves as well. I love working with Dr. Williams and the rest of our team because were all dedicated to giving our patients the best.
We are committed to providing the highest quality of clinical care and personalized service in a warm and compassionate atmosphere. Dr. Williams and our staffenjoy getting to know each patient and thefamily, and love creating relationships that last multiple generations.
Don't worry, you'll be eating popcorn and snacking on potato chips again in no time! However, before you can start enjoying some of the treats you love, you will need to take special care to avoid any foods that could damage your new appliances.
When you first get your braces, you may notice that your teeth and mouth feel a little tender or sore. This is perfectly normal and we promise your mouth will not be sore forever! To relieve the pain, we recommend dissolving one teaspoon of salt in eight ounces of lukewarm water. Swish and gargle this solution in your mouth for just a couple of minutes (do not swallow the saltwater).
If the pain is more severe and does not go away after rinsing, you can also try taking a pain reliever. It is also not uncommon for your lips, cheeks, and tongue to become irritated for one to two weeks as they toughen and become used to the braces. We would be happy to give you some wax that you can put over the braces to lessen the tenderness. If you need some wax, please let us know.
If your teeth begin feeling a little loose, don't worry; this is normal! Your braces must first loosen your teeth to move them into the right position. Once your teeth have been repositioned, they will no longer be loose.
The wires and bands on your braces may come loose. If this happens, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can check and repair your appliance. If any piece of your appliance comes off, be sure to save it and bring it to the office with you.
You can temporarily fix the loose wire by using the back of a spoon or the eraser end of a pencil to carefully and gently push the wire back into place. If the loose wire is causing irritation to your lips or cheeks, put wax or a wet cotton ball over the broken wire to relieve the pain.
Damaged appliances can increase the length of your treatment process, so be sure to take care of all your appliances. Your teeth and jaw can only move into their correct positions if you consistently wear the rubber bands, headgear, retainer, or other appliances prescribed by your doctor.
Game, Set, Match we have great news for athletes! You can still play sports even while undergoing orthodontic treatment! If you do play sports, it's recommended that you wear a mouthguard to protect your teeth and your appliance. Let your doctor know if you need help finding the right mouthguard for the best protection.
In case of a sports emergency, be sure to immediately check your mouth and appliance for damage. If you notice any loose teeth or appliance damage, please contact our office right away. You can temporarily relieve the discomfort by applying wax or rinsing your mouth with warm saltwater.