The Benefits of Early Orthodontic Treatment
Timing is everything, especially when it comes to your child’s oral health. Orthodontic treatment should begin earlier than most parents realize as certain conditions can become progressively worse if …
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Taking Care of Your Smile from Home
Due to COVID-19, many offices closed for patient and staff safety or were open for emergencies only. As our offices begin to reopen, you may be unsure of when …
Toothpaste and Orthodontics
Between the thousands of brands, different flavors, and claims it is no surprise that people can have a difficult time when choosing a toothpaste. Even some dental professionals admit …
Malocclusions
You’ve probably heard of overbites, crooked teeth, or underbites whether you know someone who has one of these conditions or if you’ve experienced one yourself. These conditions are considered …
What does TMJ and TMD mean?
Medical terms can be confusing and overwhelming for some patients and even medical professionals from time to time. You may have heard your friends and family describing their diagnosis …
Why Do I Need A Retainer After Braces?
The day you remove your braces is a huge milestone! You can finally eat all those foods that you’ve been wary of during treatment. However, we want to remind …
Orthodontic Treatment and Pain Relief
Though braces and other orthodontic appliances are more comfortable and durable than ever, that does not make them pain-free. There is no denying that treatment, such as braces, can …
Dangers of “Do It Yourself” Orthodontic Treatment
As we enter the holiday season, we know everyone is trying to put their best self forward preparing to gather around with loved ones. A good-looking smile with even …
When to Start Adult Orthodontic Treatment
Whether you’ve been putting it off for years because you don’t look forward to the procedure or are excited to finally have your teeth aligned, there likely will come …
How to Take Care of Your Retainer
Your orthodontic care does not end when the aligners are removed. Retainers are essential to stabilizing your new tooth arrangement. The braces or aligners force the teeth to return …
