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The Five Ws of Adult Braces
Jul 26, 2018

Haga clic aquí para la versión en español Braces and teenage years have become synonymous in our culture, but now, more than ever, adults are seeking orthodontic treatment. Currently, in the U.S. there are more than 1.2 million patients ages 18 and older receiving...

Navigating your summer BBQ
Jul 20, 2018

  With summer in full swing, it can only mean one thing—BBQs! While summer gatherings can be a point of stress or anxiety for those with braces, they don’t have to be. There are some BBQ favorites you should avoid if you're going through orthodontic treatment,...

Why Your Smile Deserves a Specialist
Jun 26, 2018

Crooked, stained, missing, or otherwise damaged teeth, jaw problems, and other issues associated with oral health can cause people not to smile and to incessantly worry over oral imperfections. If you have concerns for your or your child’s smile, it may be time to get...

Do You Need Braces Again?
Jun 22, 2018

If you’re an adult considering orthodontic care and braces, you’re not alone. More than 20 percent of people who wear braces are adults like you. If you happen to be among the ranks of adults who are considering getting braces again, you might feel very alone, and...

How to Choose Your Orthodontist
May 31, 2018

When you decide to invest in orthodontic care—and it is an investment in health and wellbeing—it’s important to make sure that you, or your child, are receiving the best possible care from the right specialist. Knowing how to choose an orthodontist isn’t easy.  Just...

Orthodontic Myth Busters
May 25, 2018

Separating myth from reality can be especially difficult when it comes to getting, and wearing, braces. We’ve identified the most common bits of misinformation we’ve heard. Let’s tackle some common myths about orthodontics: Myth #1: An orthodontist and dentist are the...

National Facial Protection Month: Play It Safe
Apr 19, 2018

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Taking care of orthodontic health doesn’t just mean taking measures to correct your bite and straighten your teeth. It means protecting the teeth and jaw when you do activities that may bring injuries to those areas. Whether you or...

From Cleopatra to You: The History of Orthodontic Care
Mar 21, 2018

While orthodontics may appear to be a modern branch of oral care, the practice has existed since the early days of society. To this day, orthodontic treatment is still growing and advancing everyday with developing technologies making treatment more effective....