Category: Braces
5 Ways to Protect Your Teeth After Your Braces Come Off
Posted on March 23, 2023
Yay! Your braces are finally off, and you have a straight smile you feel great about. However, you are not quite done with orthodontics. Your orthodontist will likely recommend you protect your new smile by wearing a retainer to ensure those pearly whites don’t shift back into their old position. There are other things you… Read more »
How to Take Proper Care of Your Retainer
Posted on January 23, 2023
If you want to take care of your teeth, you need to take care of your retainer. According to ResearchGate, about 69% of people with retainers wear them every night. If you’re looking to take better care of your retainer, here are a few tips to try. Wear Your Retainer The best thing you can… Read more »
Why Clear Aligners Are Great For Adults
Posted on January 17, 2023
Many adults are turning to orthodontic treatment in order to fix dental issues, and clear aligners are an extremely popular choice. According to Humana, about 25% of patients that see an orthodontist are adults. Adults are using orthodontic treatment services to improve their smiles now more than ever with the rise of transparent options. Read… Read more »
How to Reduce Pain From Braces
Posted on December 15, 2022
Are you getting braces soon? If so, you may feel a bit of pain or discomfort initially after you get the braces put on. Over time, you’ll start to feel normal, but the days after your initial orthodontic treatment and the following tightening appointments can be uncomfortable. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to… Read more »
How to Talk to Your Child About Getting Braces
Posted on December 13, 2022
There are about 4 million people in the United States that wear braces, according to the American Orthodontics Association. Further, about 75% are under the age of 18. Braces for kids can be a necessary treatment to prevent or correct serious cases of underbites, overbites, crossbites, or crooked teeth. Most children feel apprehensive about wearing… Read more »