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...
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,...
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...
For tweens and teenagers, braces are a rite of passage, and the resulting beautiful and healthy smile makes the process all worth it. But what about the parents? What should parents of orthodontic patients do to prepare themselves and their kids for treatment? Here...
[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...
One common misconception parents have is that braces are just for aesthetics to make sure your child has perfectly straight teeth. While that is a wonderful benefit of treatment, orthodontics is more than just a pretty smile and has many benefits for your child’s oral...
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends kids to have an initial orthodontic evaluation around the age of 6 or 7. However, this doesn’t mean they will get braces or other orthodontic treatment immediately, it only allows your orthodontist to evaluate...
With the beginning of each New Year comes a time of reflection and introspection. Everyone is familiar with the common resolution to focus on losing weight at the start of the year, but there are also other ways that you can feel great about yourself. Below is a list...
Spooktober is here, and while there are many things you shouldn’t be eating this Halloween if you have braces [link to candy to avoid blog], it doesn’t mean you’re completely out of luck. We’ve put together six braces-friendly recipes you can make this Halloween. But,...