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Which Braces are Best for Teens?

You can use braces to correct various dental problems, including overbite, underbite, open bite, and crossbite. When these issues get addressed, your teen’s smile will appear more attractive and feel more confident. With so many innovations in the world of orthodontics, there has never been a better time to explore braces for teens. We’ll go […]

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The Dos and Don’ts of Cleaning Your Invisalign Aligners

Routine dental care is important for the health and aesthetic of your teeth. It’s just as crucial to provide the same oral care to your Invisalign. Although flossing and brushing are straightforward methods in practicing oral hygiene, there actually are multiple ways to keep Invisalign trays clean and well kept, and a few methods to […]

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Tips to Help Your Child Through Their First Week with Braces

Parents of kids with braces know that the first week can be overwhelming. It’s not just that they’re uncomfortable and their mouths feel like they’ve been stuffed full of cotton balls; it’s also the adjustment to life with braces. Here are some tips to help your child successfully navigate their first week with braces. 1. […]

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Can You Get Braces on the Top or Bottom Teeth Only?

Have you ever wondered if you could get braces for just your top or bottom teeth? This could be because your top teeth already look straight while your bottom teeth are crooked or vice versa. The truth is, you can get braces for straight teeth to correct just the top or bottom. The procedure is […]

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Important Questions to Ask Your Child’s Orthodontist

When your child needs orthodontic care, you don’t want to hesitate to have them see an orthodontist. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, an evaluation needs to be scheduled as soon as any signs of orthodontic issues are noted. That being said, you need to make sure that you’re seeing the right orthodontist for […]

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6 Invisalign Mistakes to Avoid

In the past, metal braces were all that was available to those that needed straight teeth. In recent years, however, Invisalign braces have become much more common. In fact, according to Invisalign, at this time over 10 million people, among them 1.4 million teenagers, use Invisalign braces. Invisalign braces are similar in effectiveness to traditional […]

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How to Have Good Oral Hygiene With Braces

So, your child has gotten braces. They certainly aren’t alone; an estimated 3.9 million children in the United States are orthodontic patients right now, according to Aaoinfo.org. We need braces for straight teeth, but also for moving them around in the mouth for further procedures, aiding in the realignment of their bite, and much more. […]

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What Happens After Braces are Removed?

It’s estimated that the average time needed to wear braces is roughly two years (per Kid’s Health). In that time, there are a lot of appointments with your orthodontist to make sure everything is working properly. There is also a lot of attention paid to dental care at home. But what happens after your braces […]

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Why It’s Important to Correct Your Bite With Braces

Are you dealing with a bite misalignment? Do you have trouble chewing food or swallowing? Issues like these can seem like minor annoyances, but they can grow into big problems, especially for children. If you’re dealing with a bite misalignment, you may want to consider visiting an orthodontist for a braces consultation right away. Orthodontic […]

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