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What is the Difference Between an Orthodontist and Dentist

What is the Difference Between an Orthodontist and Dentist

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between an orthodontist and a dentist? Just like you trust your heart to a cardiologist, your skin to a dermatologist, or your knees to an orthopedist, you should trust the alignment of your teeth to an orthodontist. Many...

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Braces for Adults near Rancho Cordova, CA

Braces for Adults near Rancho Cordova, CA

  For adults who are considering braces, orthodontic treatment often seems like a major hassle. But it shouldn’t have to be! American River Orthodontics believes that all patients should have a positive experience with orthodontics that goes smoothly and...

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I Completed My Treatment with Invisalign. Now What?

I Completed My Treatment with Invisalign. Now What?

How to maintain straight teeth after Invisalign Dr. Michael H. Payne and the team at American River Orthodontics advise their patients in Sacramento, CA to wear a retainer conscientiously (often every night while sleeping) after their orthodontic treatment with...

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What Problems Can Invisalign Correct?

What Problems Can Invisalign Correct?

Dr. Michael H. Payne and the professionals at American River Orthodontics know that Invisalign clear aligners in Roseville, CA are an effective and convenient alternative to traditional metal braces. They have the knowledge and experience to answer their patient’s...

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Orthodontist or Dentist? What’s the Difference?

Orthodontist or Dentist? What’s the Difference?

Dr. Michael Payne of American River Orthodontics in Roseville, CA has some tips to help patients to distinguish between a dentist and an orthodontist. The difference between an orthodontist and a dentist may be indistinguishable to some people. Something that many...

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Six Tips to Pick a Braces Provider

Six Tips to Pick a Braces Provider

Finding the perfect braces provider can be a time-consuming and often difficult process. Dr. Michael Payne of American River Orthodontics in Roseville, CA has come up with a few tips to help ensure that you choose the right orthodontist for you and that you end up...

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How Long Does Treatment with Invisalign Take?

How Long Does Treatment with Invisalign Take?

Dr. Michael Payne and the professional team at American River Orthodontics are the experts in Roseville, CA for orthodontic treatment using Invisalign clear aligners. Treatment with Invisalign, the clear alternative to braces, may reduce the time it takes to reach...

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Clear Braces like Invisalign Vs. Traditional Braces

Clear Braces like Invisalign Vs. Traditional Braces

Changes in appearance and lack of knowledge about clear braces may be contributing factors that cause adults in Roseville, CA to choose NOT to get braces. Dr. Michael H. Payne and the team at American River Orthodontics know that delaying adult orthodontic treatment...

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How Does Invisalign Work?

How Does Invisalign Work?

Treatment with Invisalign Dr. Michael H. Payne and the team at American River Orthodontics prescribe and treat their patients near Citrus Heights, CA with Invisalign clear aligner trays more and more these days. Treatment with Invisalign has quickly gained popularity...

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Orthodontist or Dentist? What’s the Difference?

Orthodontist or Dentist? What’s the Difference?

Dr. Michael H. Payne, DDS, MSD of American River Orthodontics near Granite Bay, CA. has some tips to help patients to distinguish between a dentist and an orthodontist. The difference between an orthodontist and a dentist may be indistinguishable to some people....

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