6 Common Bite Problems in Children and Adults
6 Common Bite Problems in Children and Adults In orthodontics, your “bite” refers to the way the upper and lower teeth come together. In a perfect bite, both the upper and lower teeth should properly meet when biting down. However, due to malocclusions (or bad bites),...
What to Expect After Braces Removal
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6 Common Questions to Ask an Orthodontic Specialist
6 Common Questions to Ask an Orthodontic Specialist An orthodontic consultation is a great opportunity to ask your orthodontic specialist any important questions that you may have. During the initial consultation, this one-on-one time allows you to better understand...
What are Orthodontic Elastic Bands and How Do They Work?
What are Orthodontic Elastic Bands and How Do They Work? Orthodontic elastics are essential to orthodontic treatment. They play an important role in straightening teeth and ensuring that they move into the correct position. Oftentimes, not wearing them can delay or...
5 Tips to Relieve Your Braces Pain
5 Tips to Relieve Your Braces Pain The decision to invest in braces is an important one. Even though the end result of a beautiful, healthy smile is worth it, braces can often be uncomfortable at times. Whether it’s when your orthodontist first puts on the braces or...
Tips to Prevent Teeth Stains and Discoloration After Braces
Tips to Prevent Teeth Stains and Discoloration After Braces The day the orthodontist removes your braces is an exciting one. If you’re like most people, you’ve probably looked forward to that day since they first put the braces on. With all of the time, money, and...
What You Should Know About Playing Sports with Braces
What You Should Know About Playing Sports with Braces A very common concern regarding braces is if undergoing orthodontic treatment will prevent children from playing sports. Student-athletes and parents often worry if they will need to avoid sports for fear of...
SureSmile: Is it Right For You?
SureSmile: Is it Right For You? When considering orthodontic treatment, it is important that you understand your options and choose the plan that works best for you. One great option is Suresmile. This alternative to traditional braces offers doctors more precision...
How to Brush and Floss with Braces
How to Brush and Floss with Braces Maintaining proper dental hygiene is very important, and the addition of braces can make this process challenging. Taking care of your teeth and braces not only prevents common dental problems, but it can also minimize your treatment...
5 Signs Your Child Needs Braces
5 Signs Your Child Needs Braces It's never too early to consider the possibility your child needs braces. These teeth-straighteners can help your little ones have more than just dazzling smiles. They can also boost their oral health and general well-being. That's why...
Top 5 Tips to Prepare Your Child for Braces and Orthodontic Treatment
Top 5 Tips to Prepare Your Child for Braces and Orthodontic Treatment Despite the myths of children being afraid of going to the dentist, nearly 70 percent of children report liking the visit to the dentist. But even so, if your child is heading to get braces and...
Invisible Ways to Straighten Teeth: What Are Lingual Braces?
Invisible Ways to Straighten Teeth: What Are Lingual Braces? Seeing an adult with braces or other teeth straightening devices used to be an anomaly. Now, it's not strange at all. In fact, one survey even found that adult teeth straightening treatments have increased...