Dr. Brown was born and raised in Davis County. He attended both the University of Utah and Weber State University where he graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Spanish and Chemistry. He served a two-year mission for his church in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In college he was the coach of the cheerleading team and also taught gymnastics and Spanish for the university. He was the recipient of music, athletic, and teaching scholarships at Weber State.
Dr. Brown attended Creighton University with a state scholarship and there received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. During dental school he was on the Deans list every semester and received the Pierre Fauchard Academy Foundation scholarship for academic performance as well as the American Association of Orthodontics award for dental and clinical excellence. He was a leader in the Indian Chicano Clinic where he organized and volunteered time to provide free dental services to the less fortunate in the Spanish community. He was introduced into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society.
After dental school, Dr. Brown attended the University of Missouri at Kansas City for his Orthodontic training. He was active in clinical activities as well as research. He has researched and written several articles dealing with current clinical and practice management techniques. Dr. Brown is a memeber of the American Association of Orthodontists, Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, South Davis Dental Society, and the LDS Dental Society.
Dr. Brown met his wife teaching cheerleading and gymnastics clinics across the western United States. They are the proud parents of six beautiful children. He loves to sing and play the piano, ski, hike, mountain bike, golf (on good days), and exercise, but most of all, spend time with his family.
At Dr. Brown Orthodontics, every team member is dedicated to making sure you or your child not only get the healthy and beautiful smile you deserve but also that each time you walk through our doors, you are greeted with a warm and friendly face. We care greatly for each of our patients and truly enjoy the opportunity to be a part of their lives. We are here to provide you with not only a higher standard of patient care and service but also with an orthodontic family while in and after treatment.
Orthodontics is the area of dentistry concerned with the supervision, guidance and correction of the dentofacial structures. Orthodontic treatment uses braces, retainers and other appliances to correct any dentofacial abnormalities. Regular dental check-ups and orthodontic treatment are proven to be effective tools in helping establish and maintain good oral health for people of all ages.
An orthodontist is a specially trained dentist who has attended an advanced education program for a continual training period of 2 to 3 years. All members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have received the appropriate training.
Its never too late to have a beautiful smile! Adults should visit an orthodontist to improve the appearance of their smile and their overall dental health at any time. Some orthodontic corrections need to be made as early as 3 to 5 years of age, but ordinarily children should visit an orthodontist at the time permanent teeth begin to erupt in order to detect any deficiencies in the childs teeth formation. This is usually between 7 and 10 years of age. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children visit an orthodontist no later than age 7.
Your initial visit will give you an opportunity to meet Dr. Brown and our knowledgeable staff, who will answer any questions you may have. You will receive a complimentary clinical examination and x-rays to determine whether orthodontic treatment is necessary. If treatment is required, the doctor will go over a treatment plan as well as an estimate of the treatment duration. Your treatment coordinator will go over our flexible payment options, discuss your insurance (if applicable) and answer any additional questions that you may have. In most cases our patients are given the option to start treatment the same day as the initial examination.
Braces may be worn by both children and adults, not only to improve the attractiveness of their smile, but also because braces correct improper alignment of teeth that can lead to gum disease and early tooth loss. Left untreated, crooked teeth with irregular spacing make cleaning harder and allow cavities to more easily develop. Properly aligned teeth also make it easier to chew all types of food, and eliminate the headaches and pain caused by uneven chewing. Uneven teeth may result in weak enamel, gum problems and jaw misalignment.
Braces are lighter, more comfortable and more technologically advanced today than ever before. They come in clear and a variety of color and material choices. Ask the office staff about what options are available. Other appliances include colorful bands, elastics and retainers.
Braces exert a gentle pressure on teeth over time to straighten them. The two main components include the braces placed on the teeth and the arch wire that connects them. The brace is a specially-shaped metal or ceramic affixed to each tooth and the arch wire is bent to reflect the bite that the patient should have after treatment. The wire threads through the braces and as the wire tries to return to its original shape, it applies pressure to move the teeth.
There have been some fantastic advances in modern orthodontics to make treatment more comfortable and quicker for patients. There are now smaller, smoother braces and gentler wires which provide a continuous small force over a long period of time rather than a strong force for only a short period. Typically there is some discomfort after the braces are first put on. Over-the-counter pain relievers and a soft foods diet will help alleviate this temporary discomfort.
Orthodontic fees depend on the complexity of the orthodontic problem, the age of the patient and the estimated length of treatment. Since each patient is different, a visit to the office for a complimentary examination will allow you to get a better idea of the fee.