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Oh, the joys of the holiday season! You might run upon a group of people singing holiday music, beautiful lights on trees and houses, and wonderful treats. However, if you or your child has braces, it's crucial to keep in mind some tips to avoid an orthodontic...
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and you know what that means: spending time with loved ones while sharing a delicious meal. As much as you want to enjoy this great vacation, some orthodontic appliances, i.e., braces, may stand in your way. We recognize that...
Austin, TX, September 29, 2021 -- Most kids associate the month of October with Halloween candy, but did you know it’s also National Orthodontic Health Month? The Texas Association of Orthodontists (TAO) would like to take this opportunity to remind kids and their...
Here are a few tips on how to deal with discomfort: Take over-the-counter medicine if necessary. Take Tylenol or Advil after your adjustment only if needed. However, before taking any medication, consult with your orthodontist. Use an oral anesthetic. Apply the...
If you have braces or are planning to get them at some point in the future, here is an interesting article that examines the history of braces. You will be surprised at how far it dates back! You probably wondered whose brilliant idea it was to connect teeth together...
There are tons of misconceptions about braces out there. You might have some anxiety about getting braces as you have heard many stories. If your orthodontist recommends that you need braces, make sure you ask all the questions that are in the back of your mind,...
When people think about braces, they tend to think mostly about the benefits that you see on the surface. While perfectly aligned teeth do make a pretty smile, there are far more benefits to straightening teeth than just improving your looks. Today’s orthodontic...
Children at the age of 12 are expected to have lost most of their baby teeth. If you are like most parents, you will watch your child’s missing tooth gap soon replaced by a larger, more grown-up tooth. In some unfortunate cases, the gap remains, and no tooth comes in....
Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to adopt stellar hygiene practices across all facets of life, including oral hygiene. Good hygiene practices are essential to helping stop the spread of any virus, including the novel Coronavirus. It is...