Our practice offers not only the finest quality orthodontic treatment, but we commit to making the process as smooth as possible. We aim to provide excellent service and individualized care for each patient in a family-like atmosphere that is enjoyable, caring, and fun. Dr. Karnavas treats patients of all ages, striving to build a long-lasting and meaningful relationship with every patient.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about Dr. Karnavas, our Staff, and available Treatments. We have two Pittsburgh offices in Oakmont and Dormont, offering Saturdays and evening hours.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about Dr. Karnavas, our Staff, and available Treatments. We have two Pittsburgh offices in Oakmont and Dormont, offering Saturdays and evening hours.
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Our site provides important information about our practice that will help you become familiar with Orthodontics.
Our office is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care.
We will make every effort to ensure that your first visit with us is a comfortable and informative experience.
Orthodontic problems require specialized care.
Patients who have dental and facial irregularities should be cared for by an Orthodontist.
Our specific qualifications in the design, application, and control of corrective appliances will bring teeth, lips and jaws into proper alignment for optimal facial balance.
Our site provides important information about our practice that will help you become familiar with Orthodontics.
Our office is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care.
We will make every effort to ensure that your first visit with us is a comfortable and informative experience.
Orthodontic problems require specialized care.
Patients who have dental and facial irregularities should be cared for by an Orthodontist.
Our specific qualifications in the design, application, and control of corrective appliances will bring teeth, lips and jaws into proper alignment for optimal facial balance.
Dr. Karnavas was born, raised, and educated in Pittsburgh.
After attending the University of Pittsburgh for her undergraduate education in Biology and Chemistry, Dr. Karnavas furthered her education with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine followed by her Specialty in Orthodontics at the University of Pittsburgh.
In 2010, Dr. Karnavas began volunteering with FOCUS Pittsburgh, now named the Neighborhood Resilience Project, a nationwide movement to "provide action-oriented and sustainable solutions to poverty in communities across America."
After attending the University of Pittsburgh for her undergraduate education in Biology and Chemistry, Dr. Karnavas furthered her education with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine followed by her Specialty in Orthodontics at the University of Pittsburgh.
In 2010, Dr. Karnavas began volunteering with FOCUS Pittsburgh, now named the Neighborhood Resilience Project, a nationwide movement to "provide action-oriented and sustainable solutions to poverty in communities across America."
Braces use constant, gentle pressure, which over time, move teeth into their proper positions.
Your braces are at work every moment of your orthodontic treatment.
The two main components of your braces are the brackets that are placed on your teeth and the main archwire that connects them.
The bracket is a piece of shaped metal or ceramic that we affix to each tooth.
The archwire is bent to reflect your "ideal" bite.
In other words, it reflects the way we want you to look after treatment.
The wire threads through the brackets and, as the wire tries to return to its original shape, it applies pressure to move your teeth.
Your braces are at work every moment of your orthodontic treatment.
The two main components of your braces are the brackets that are placed on your teeth and the main archwire that connects them.
The bracket is a piece of shaped metal or ceramic that we affix to each tooth.
The archwire is bent to reflect your "ideal" bite.
In other words, it reflects the way we want you to look after treatment.
The wire threads through the brackets and, as the wire tries to return to its original shape, it applies pressure to move your teeth.
Invisalign straightens teeth to give you the confidence of a great smile.
Using a series of clear, virtually invisible aligners, Invisalign gently and gradually moves your teeth based on the treatment plan prescribed by your orthodontist.
And, there are no wires or brackets so you'll have confidence in your smile during and after treatment.
In fact, most people won't even know you're wearing Invisalign.
And, Invisalign aligners are removable so you can eat whatever you want and easily brush and floss as you normally would.
Using a series of clear, virtually invisible aligners, Invisalign gently and gradually moves your teeth based on the treatment plan prescribed by your orthodontist.
And, there are no wires or brackets so you'll have confidence in your smile during and after treatment.
In fact, most people won't even know you're wearing Invisalign.
And, Invisalign aligners are removable so you can eat whatever you want and easily brush and floss as you normally would.
It is usually difficult for you to determine if treatment is necessary because there are many problems that can occur even though the front teeth look straight.
Also, there are some problems that look intimidating and complex, which will resolve on their own.
Asking your general dentist is a good reference, but we are your best resource since orthodontics is all we do.
Our initial exam is complimentary and we would be more than happy to see your child and make any recommendations necessary.
Although determining if treatment is necessary may be difficult for you to assess, the following symptoms may help in prompting you to seek our orthodontic advice.
Also, there are some problems that look intimidating and complex, which will resolve on their own.
Asking your general dentist is a good reference, but we are your best resource since orthodontics is all we do.
Our initial exam is complimentary and we would be more than happy to see your child and make any recommendations necessary.
Although determining if treatment is necessary may be difficult for you to assess, the following symptoms may help in prompting you to seek our orthodontic advice.
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