Dental injuries are very common and can occur during recreational and leisure activities, as well as when participating in a sport. The best way to protect the teeth from injury is to wear a mouthguard. This device benefits your orthodontic health in many ways. Protects and Prevents Injury A mouthguard is a device used in […]
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We all know that brushing our teeth is essential to good oral health, but having braces means that teeth brushing is that much more important. As a local orthodontist, we get a lot of questions about how to keep teeth clean with braces, including how often to do it. Here’s how to ensure your smile
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We all know that children will eventually lose their baby teeth. What happens, though, if they lose their baby teeth prematurely? While most children begin losing their baby teeth around the age of six, some factors can cause them to lose their teeth before then. It might be something as typical as physical trauma, like
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With your child now wearing braces, they need to do things differently than they used to. One difference is what they can eat and, with the holidays coming up, they may be worried that they can’t enjoy any treats. Have no fear! We’ve got 10 really fun treats that are super easy to enjoy and
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There are many misconceptions surrounding adult orthodontic treatment. Many people think orthodontic care is painful or will be too expensive. While it’s true that some treatment options can be an investment, most orthodontists are concerned with giving patients healthy, beautiful smiles. So, many offer payment plans or other options to work with your budget. Unfortunately,
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You may have heard of braces and Invisalign, but what about lingual braces? These braces are a third option that is similar to regular braces. Instead of the braces being attached to the front of the teeth, though, they are attached to the back of the teeth instead, hiding them from sight. Lingual braces can
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As Halloween draws near, delicious candies and homemade treats are part of the fun for everyone—but which ones will leave you smiling and which will be goblins at your next visit to the family orthodontist? There are some safe choices out of the bags and buckets of bounty, and some that orthodontic specialists say you
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When choosing a dental insurance plan for yourself or your family, these tips will help you plan for current and future orthodontic treatment and help defray the out-of-pocket costs. Your family orthodontist may also offer discount plans and financing to help make sure your family is full of bright smiles. Let’s look at the best
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Wearing braces can be challenging, especially when trying to keep your teeth clean. Fortunately, once you know a few simple tips, you can keep your teeth looking healthy and neat until your braces come off. Brushing and flossing can be more difficult, but the main thing to remember is you need to clean the food
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Our gums are soft tissues which cradle and surround our teeth, providing nutrients and protection. When the gums become swollen after orthodontic treatment, this is usually a protective response of the immune system to irritation and pressure. Because gums also become swollen as a result of gingivitis or infection, it is important to understand how
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