As an adult, you have the maturity and foresight to understand that getting the desired results you want for your smile will take some work, but it will be worth it in the end. However, you may find yourself having trouble getting your kids excited about getting braces. Luckily, there are more ways than ever …
You may not realize it, but certain behaviors exhibited by your child may hold the key to whether or not they need to begin orthodontic treatment at an early age. In some cases, failure to address certain issues can result in severe dental problems developing later on in life, so it’s best to speak with …
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There can be a lot of temptations as a child. Sugary sodas and chewy candies, skipping a brushing session every once in a while, and other factors can lead to some problematic issues with the teeth. Before you know it, your child is battling cavities and discomfort that could have been avoided! When it comes …
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No doubt you’ve been hearing about the importance of oral hygiene since you were a kid. By adopting proper oral hygiene practices, you can prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health problems. February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, so it’s the perfect time of year to emphasize the importance of oral care …
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The beauty of orthodontic treatment is that it can be done at any stage of your life. However, high school may be the most convenient time for you to get braces. Going through the process of getting straight and healthy teeth during this time has a number of benefits, from parental assistance to insurance coverage …
Helping your child give up their pacifier or stop sucking their thumb can be a frustrating undertaking. Most kids are encouraged to do this before they start preschool and while many do, there are some who can be a little more stubborn when it comes to quitting. There’s now even more reason to keep your …
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Parents are often surprised when their child’s pediatric dentist recommends a visit to the orthodontist around age 7 because the child most likely hasn’t lost even half of their baby teeth. Why would you try and straighten teeth that are just going to fall out in a year or two? Is it a ploy to …
The field of orthodontics is full of confusing, unfamiliar terminology. In an effort to help our patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options, we’re discussing some of the more commonly used terms in several of our posts. Today we are talking about functional appliances. One might think any appliance used in orthodontics would be functional, …
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As we’ve said before, orthodontics has changed a lot in the past 20 years, and one of the greatest benefits of these adaptations is the ability to personalize braces. They don’t have to be just bland, metallic squares in your mouth anymore. It’s like the shift from black-and-white film to color. The change in braces now …
While we help our patients with their treatment year-round and believe there’s never a bad time to get braces or Invisalign, summer can be the perfect time for your child to get braces. Here’s why. More Free Time to Schedule Orthodontic Appointments The school year doesn’t just mean a regular Monday to Friday class schedule, …
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