Ormco's Insignia Custom-Designed Orthodontics

Drs. Tagawa and Curtis have been certified in the patient customized bracket technique called Insignia, from Ormco. Insignia is a fully interactive software and custom appliance system designed to give every patient a truly customized smile. It’s a precise, start-to-finish process delivering maximum clinical and practice efficiency.

Insignia is the only system that delivers a complete custom solution – patient-specific brackets, precision (computer-assisted) bracket placement, and custom wires to eliminate time-consuming adjustments in all phases of treatment. Insignia can make difficult cases more manageable and routine cases exceptional, while shortening treatment times. For more information, visit the Insignia website at http://www.ormco.com/index/ormco-products-insignia.

Orthodontist (Dentistry, Braces, Invisalign, Damon System) – Tagawa & Curtis Orthodontics - Brea, Northern (North) Orange County, California (CA) 92821 - We specialize in orthodontic treatment (teeth straightening) for the whole family including children, teens, and adults, offering Invisalign and Invisalign Teen invisible clear aligners and the Damon System comfort braces – Dr. Derick T. Tagawa, DDS, Dr. Richard M. Curtis, DDS, MS. Serving the cities of Brea, La Habra, Fullerton, Whittier, Yorba Linda, La Mirada, Diamond Bar, Placentia, Chino Hills, Anaheim Hills, Anaheim, Hacienda Heights, Rowland Heights, Walnut, and Orange. Serving zip codes 92821, 92822, 92823, 90631, 90632, 90633, 92831, 92832, 92833, 92834, 92835, 92836, 92837, 92838, 90601, 90602, 90603, 90604, 90605, 90606, 90607, 90608, 90609, 90610, 92885, 92886, 92887, 90637, 90638, 90639, 91765, 92870, 92871, 91709, 92801, 92802, 92803, 92804, 92805, 92806, 92807, 92808, 92809, 92812, 92814, 92815, 92816, 92817, 92825, 92850, 92899, 91745, 91748, 91788, 91789, 91795, 92856, 92857, 92859, 92861, 92862, 92863, 92864, 92865, 92866, 92867, 92868, 92869

Frequently Asked Questions About Orthodontics

May I play sports while wearing braces?

Yes. But wear a protective mouth guard.



Will braces interfere with playing musical instruments?

With practice and a period of adjustment, braces typically do not interfere with the playing of wind or brass instruments.



My teeth have been crooked for many years - why should I have orthodontic treatment now

It’s never too late! Healthy teeth can be moved at any age. Orthodontic treatment can restore good function. And teeth that work better usually look better, too. A healthy, beautiful smile can improve self-esteem, no matter the age.



Can I afford orthodontic treatment?

Most orthodontists have a variety of convenient payment plans. Many dental insurance plans now include orthodontic benefits.



I am pregnant and want to begin orthodontic treatment. Is this OK?

Pregnancy brings on bodily changes that may affect the mouth. Soft tissues such as gums become much more susceptible to infection. Discuss this question with your medical practitioner/physician and orthodontist before you start orthodontic treatment.



Do teeth with braces need special care?

Yes. Patients with braces must be careful to avoid hard, sticky, chewy and crunchy foods, or hard objects, such as pens, pencils or fingernails. Keeping the teeth and braces clean requires more precision and time, and must be done every day if the teeth and gums are to be healthy during and after orthodontic treatment. Clean, healthy teeth move more quickly.



I see ads for perfect teeth in only one or two visits to the dentist. Will that give me straight teeth?

Quick-fix veneers temporarily cover crooked teeth. Teeth straightened by an orthodontist are good for life.



I don’t want braces that show. What are my options?

Invisalign is a series of clear aligners that may be used instead of traditional braces to correct some problems.



I have a stud in my tongue. Will this interfere with orthodontic treatment?

Exercise caution. Tongue-piercing jewelry may contribute to breakage of appliances and to tooth and gum damage from contact with the stud.



How may I distinguish an orthodontist from a dentist?

AAO membership is the best way to confirm a doctor's status as an orthodontist because the AAO only accepts orthodontists for membership.



Orthodontist (Dentistry, Braces, Invisalign, Damon System) – Tagawa & Curtis Orthodontics - Brea, Northern (North) Orange County, California (CA) 92821 - We specialize in orthodontic treatment (teeth straightening) for the whole family including children, teens, and adults, offering Invisalign and Invisalign Teen invisible clear aligners and the Damon System comfort braces – Dr. Derick T. Tagawa, DDS, Dr. Richard M. Curtis, DDS, MS. Serving the cities of Brea, La Habra, Fullerton, Whittier, Yorba Linda, La Mirada, Diamond Bar, Placentia, Chino Hills, Anaheim Hills, Anaheim, Hacienda Heights, Rowland Heights, Walnut, and Orange. Serving zip codes 92821, 92822, 92823, 90631, 90632, 90633, 92831, 92832, 92833, 92834, 92835, 92836, 92837, 92838, 90601, 90602, 90603, 90604, 90605, 90606, 90607, 90608, 90609, 90610, 92885, 92886, 92887, 90637, 90638, 90639, 91765, 92870, 92871, 91709, 92801, 92802, 92803, 92804, 92805, 92806, 92807, 92808, 92809, 92812, 92814, 92815, 92816, 92817, 92825, 92850, 92899, 91745, 91748, 91788, 91789, 91795, 92856, 92857, 92859, 92861, 92862, 92863, 92864, 92865, 92866, 92867, 92868, 92869