Orthodontics in Newport Beach, CA
Creating smiles that look better, function better, and are easier to care for over time.
Orthodontic Care for Every Age
Orthodontics helps create a smile that looks better, functions better, and is easier to care for over time. Whether you are noticing crowding, spacing, bite problems, or concerns about jaw development, Dr. Sokolowski can help you understand your options.
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Explore Our Orthodontic Services
Advantages to Orthodontics
Crowding, spacing, and bite issues that may need orthodontic attention
Oral Appliances
Custom protection, sleep support, sports safety, and jaw comfort
Braces Types
Traditional braces, clear braces, Damon braces, and InBrace lingual braces
Invisalign®
A discreet, removable way to straighten teeth
Life With Ortho
Practical guidance for comfort, meals, and daily routines
Orthodontic Technology
iTero digital scanning and digital impressions
Find the Path That Fits Your Stage of Life
Orthodontic care is different for every age group.
For Children
An early orthodontic evaluation can help identify concerns such as crowding, crossbites, narrow arches, jaw imbalance, oral habits, or airway-related patterns. Many children do not need immediate treatment, but early insight can help determine whether growth guidance may be beneficial. The goal is to avoid waiting until a developing problem becomes more difficult to correct.
For Teens
Teen orthodontics often focuses on aligning permanent teeth, correcting bite relationships, and improving smile confidence during an important stage of development. Braces or clear aligners may be recommended depending on the complexity of the case and how consistently instructions can be followed.
For Adults
Many adults seek orthodontic care because teeth have shifted, previous orthodontic results have relapsed, or crowding is affecting appearance and hygiene. Adult treatment can also support bite comfort, reduce uneven wear, and help create a healthier foundation before cosmetic or restorative dental work.
See What Orthodontic Treatment Can Change
Explore real before-and-after photos from a patient who received personalized orthodontic care.
Improving Crowding and Alignment
Before-and-after views show changes in tooth position and smile alignment following personalized orthodontic treatment.
Photos show an actual patient. Treatment plans and results vary by patient.
What Orthodontics Can Correct
Orthodontic treatment may be recommended for:
What Actually Determines the Best Choice
Braces may be a strong option when precise control is important or when the bite requires more complex correction. Clear aligners may be a good fit for patients who want a removable, lower-profile option.
Dr. Sokolowski will evaluate your bite, tooth position, oral habits, lifestyle, and treatment goals before recommending the most appropriate path.
The Consultation: What You'll Learn
By the end of the consultation, you should understand:
Orthodontics FAQs
Many children benefit from an orthodontic evaluation around age 7. This does not always mean treatment is needed right away, but it allows the orthodontist to monitor tooth eruption, jaw growth, bite development, and spacing concerns.
Treatment time depends on the complexity of the case, age, appliance type, bite correction needs, and how well instructions are followed. Many comprehensive treatments take 12 to 24 months, but your timeline will be personalized after your evaluation.
Yes. Adults can often improve crowding, spacing, bite problems, and shifting teeth with orthodontic treatment. Your plan will depend on your oral health, bone support, alignment needs, and goals.
Yes. Retainers help keep teeth from shifting after braces or aligners. Your orthodontic team will provide instructions for retainer wear and long-term maintenance.