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Dr. Dante Gonzales, DMD

Bio

Dr. Gonzales, Sharecare Editorial Advisory Board Member, received his bachelor's degree from U.C.L.A. and attended Tufts University School of Dentistry. His postgraduate residency and masters degree was completed at the orthodontics program in the University of the Pacific, in San Francisco. Dr. Gonzales is a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. Currently, Dr. Gonzales is in private practice in Dublin, California. Education: • Bachelor’s Degree: UCLA • Post Graduate: Tufts University School of Dentistry • Masters Degree: Orthodontics, University of the Pacific, San Francisco Residency: • University of the Pacific Certification: • American Board of Orthodontics • American Association of Orthodontists

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  • Dante A. Gonzales, DMD, MSD, Inc.

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  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    How much does orthodontic cervical headgear cost?
    Orthodontic treatment costs with cervical headgear may vary depending upon the severity of the malocclusion, and the fees in different offices.  An orthodontic evaluation by your local orthodontist would be required.  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    What is orthodontic cervical headgear?
    Cervical headgear is one of the appliances used in orthodontics to help retract or retard the forward growth of the upper teeth and jaw. This type of appliance is referred to as an extra oral appliance because it has a strap that is worn around the neck (cervical area) and is then attached to braces...  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    Why is orthodontic treatment important?
    Orthodontic treatment is important in order to establish a proper bite and a proper alignment of the teeth. Better function, ability to clean the teeth, longevity, esthetics are all enhanced after orthodontic treatment.  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    How can orthodontics become a dental emergency?
    An orthodontic emergency usually involves orthodontic appliances that have been damaged or altered from their original placement by the orthodontist. Sometimes, the appliances may start to poke in the cheek or gums, or obstruct the patient's bite or speech. These types of problems need to be addressed...  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    What is orthodontics?
    Orthodontics is the oldest specialties of dentistry and is focused on the alignment of the teeth and the occlusion (bite). Orthodontics uses different appliances to move the teeth and modify the growth of the jaws to establish a proper bite and proper alignment of the teeth. Proper alignment and a proper...  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    What care can I expect after the braces are taken off?

    After your braces come off your orthodontist will make you a retainer to maintain the corrections that have been made during orthodontic treatment. Today, most orthodontists will recommend lifetime retention, however, over time you will be able to wear the retainer less and less. To start, your o

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  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    How can early orthodontic treatment help my child's self-esteem?
    Early, or Phase I, orthodontic treatment can help correct problems like severe crowding, teeth that are extremely protrusive, or a jaw misalignment that may be producing a severe overjet (overbite) of the teeth. These types of problems may make a child feel bad about their smile, or they may get...  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    How can early orthodontic treatment help my child's self-esteem?
    Early, or Phase I, orthodontic treatment can help correct problems like severe crowding, teeth that are extremely protrusive, or a jaw misalignment that may be producing a severe overjet (overbite) of the teeth. These types of problems may make a child feel bad about their smile, or they may get...  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    Why are dental crowns used?
    Dental crowns are used when there is not enough tooth structure left to support a simple filling. Crowns cover the entire tooth and provide support for the tooth when too much tooth structure has been lost to decay or trauma.  Full Post
  • Dante Gonzales, DMD
    Dante Gonzales, DMD answered:
    How do orthodontics fit in among all the specialties of dentistry?
    Orthodontics is the oldest specialty in the field of dentistry. Orthodontics can help improve the occlusion (bite) and the alignment of the teeth. This will help improve and maintain the function of the teeth, and the longevity of the teeth. Orthodontics is the largest of the specialties of dentistry...  Full Post