Orthodontic treatment is becoming more common every day. Patients of all ages are improving their oral health and their smiles with a wide variety of orthodontic treatments from braces to Invisalign. Although the value and …
Caring for Your Braces: Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Smile During Treatment
The desired end result of orthodontic treatment is to improve your oral health. But during treatment your oral health is more at risk, especially with braces. Why is this? The same brackets and wires that …
What to Expect During Your First Visit to the Orthodontist
Do you have an upcoming appointment to learn more about orthodontic treatment? Whether your dentist has made a recommendation for you or your child, or you have specific goals you’d like to address, scheduling an …
What To Do When You Have An Orthodontic Emergency
An orthodontic emergency is any urgent situation regarding your orthodontic treatment. A popped off bracket or a loose wire are just a couple of examples. If an orthodontic emergency arises, it helps to know what …
How Do Braces Work?
Braces have been the go-to treatment for a straight smile for many, many years with millions of people reaping the benefits of what they can do. Though, despite their major presence in our world and …
How Long Do Braces Take to Straighten Teeth?
Convincing your permanent teeth to move positions within your mouth is a big task for braces – and you can’t rush the process. You may want your teeth to be transformed into a beautiful smile …
What Do Rubber Bands Do For Braces?
Straightening your teeth is a great choice to improve your bite, keep your mouth healthy, and shape a smile that you will love to share. If you’re considering traditional metal braces to straighten your teeth, …
What Can You Eat With Braces?
Whether you need braces or your child does, straightening teeth is great choice to improve your bite, keep your mouth healthy, and shape a smile you’ll love. But we understand that you may have some …
Do Braces Hurt?
If you’re thinking about getting braces, you may be wondering if they’ll hurt. The short answer: while they can cause some discomfort, wearing braces is not usually painful. Getting Your Braces Put On When you …
How Do You Brush Your Teeth With Braces?
We understand that getting braces can make some things seem difficult – like brushing your teeth when you’re wearing them. You may be concerned about maneuvering around the brackets, and making sure no food particles …
How Do I Know if I Need Braces?
There are many reasons you may suspect you need braces. You may want to correct cosmetic issues to boost your confidence. Some dental issues are uncomfortable or make it more difficult to chew or speak. …