Welcome to Leland Orthodontics! We do more than just straighten teeth here — our expert team helps you put your best smile forward with individually tailored treatment for patients of all ages. We’re able to accomplish this by combining cutting-edge technologies with the latest in orthodontic techniques. Our practice offers
A Blog to clear up misconceptions about orthodontic treatment Clear aligners (Invisalign) don’t work. When used properly, clear aligners work very well. Not only can you expect teeth to be “straighter than they are,” but in the right hands, you can expect an EXCELLENT result after being treated with clear
What exactly does an expander do? What is an expander: An orthodontic expander is a device that takes a narrow arch of teeth (upper or lower, or both) and widens it to the right size. Indications that an arch is narrow can include dental crossbites (situations where the upper teeth
Exciting new discoveries are occurring in the field of orthodontics and Dr. Leland and his Reno orthodontics team is at the forefront! The new focus is on evaluating (and if needed, modifying) a patient’s airway! That’s right, Dr. Leland is embarking on learning about how he can use his expertise
BIG NEWS at Leland Orthodontics We got a 3D X-ray machine! Let’s talk a little bit about why 3D X-rays are so awesome. X-rays are traditionally 2-dimensional. Anatomical structures, aka our body parts, are 3-dimensional in real life. That means that with traditional X-rays, you’re taking a 3D structure, and
Exciting news! Leland Orthodontics recently purchased a 3D printer! In case you’re not familiar, 3D printing is a hot, new technology being used in a variety of industries that allows a digitally-created image to be formed into a physical model. At Leland Orthodontics, we are now able to scan our
Common Questions About Retainers How long do I have to wear retainers? The short answer…forever! After you finish treatment, we instruct you to wear your retainers full-time for 2 months, and then you can switch to wearing them nights only. But, as I mentioned before, it is VERY important that
“Why” you may ask, “does my child need braces when he’s only 8 and has a ton of baby teeth left in his mouth (which side note – is totally normal at this age)? Also, 3 of his classmates went to see an orthodontist and were told they wouldn’t need
Fortunately, very few things in orthodontics are true emergencies. Nothing in orthodontics requires immediate attention to the degree of dental trauma or severe tooth pain. That being said, when broken or not functioning properly, orthodontic appliances can be uncomfortable! The barometer for whether an orthodontic emergency needs immediate attention is the
Enhance your smile with orthodontic treatment. When you request a free consultation with our Reno office, you can start treatment the very same day!
Patients of all ages rave about their experience with Dr. Leland and his team. We strive to provide exceptional care and create relationships with our patients in Reno and surrounding areas.
Our Reno office was designed to make you feel at home during your orthodontic treatment.
| Monday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Thursday | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday | 9:00am – 3:00pm |
