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What to Look for in an Orthodontist

Preventing Stains During Orthodontic Treatment

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

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

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

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 gathe

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

On a hot summer day, it is common to find yourself seeking a cool refreshment to make you more comfortable in the heat. What is not as common is feeling a sharp pain through your teeth once you take a bite or sip of a cool treat. We aren’t talking about brain freezes–we are talking about sensitive teeth!

If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment, you know how important it is to take extra care in brushing your teeth to prevent the buildup of plaque around your braces or other orthodontic appliances. Part of this care begins with choosing the right toothbrush to help keep your teeth and appliances clean. Choosing between the traditional manual toothbrush or an electric-powered brush can be difficult, so we’ve put together a few facts to help you decide.

Even though the weather may be still hot and sunny, it is time to head back into the classroom for many of our patients! Whether you are preparing a child to go back to school or getting ready yourself, we understand that braces, retainers, and other orthodontic appliances can make navigating the new school year a little stressful. Not to fear though! Here are a few tips we’ve put together to help to make your back-to-school season smooth and stress-free!