What to Expect After Your Braces Come Off
After many months of diligently keeping your orthodontist appointments and carefully cleaning around your braces, getting your braces off can be an exciting time. However, being aware of the next steps in the process and knowing what to expect are crucial to preserving your new smile. While each patient’s treatment plan is tailored to their […]
Bad Habits to Avoid When Wearing Braces
Most people know that chewing gum and braces don’t mix, but there are several other bad habits a patient with new braces should know about. Some of them are bad habits in general and should be avoided even after having the braces removed. Eating Ice While it may be tempting to eat the ice after […]
Common Types of Braces for Teens
If your teen needs orthodontic treatment, you may be preparing yourself for battle. Adolescence is a difficult time when everyone wants to fit in. The last thing that your child wants is to be different in some way with braces that are noticeable to everyone. Fortunately, the world of orthodontics has come a long way. […]
Easy Ways to Protect Tooth Enamel
Enamel is the outer layer of your teeth, and it works to protect them from decay and discoloration. Keeping your enamel intact is key to maintaining a beautiful smile throughout your life. While enamel works to protect your teeth, it is also extremely fragile. There are at least five simple ways to protect your tooth […]
How to Care for Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces differ from traditional metal braces and are meant to be discreet, blending in with the color of your teeth. It’s the brackets on these sleeker braces that provide the seamless look because they are clear or white to blend in with your smile. Wearers of these dental appliances need to take special care […]
How Long is Treatment for Invisalign Teen?
If your teenager needs orthodontic correction, it can be frustrating. The teen years are a time when your son or daughter is feeling self-conscious. The need to fit in is a struggle. The thought of braces can be upsetting. However, there have been so many advances in the field of orthodontics. Your child has options, […]
Common Problems with Braces for Kids
Almost every kid is going to need braces at some point in their childhood. While there is nothing better than getting straight teeth, wearing braces can still be very difficult for some kids. Braces require a strict cleaning regimen that is not always easy to follow, which can lead to some unwanted dental problems. Gingivitis […]
Braces for Adults: How Old is Too Old?
In the past, taunts of ‘tin grin’ and ‘metal mouth’ were the sole domain of junior high and high schools. If you didn’t get your teeth straightened out by graduation, you likely never would. Sadly, this paved the way for a lot of adults who needed orthodontic treatment and never received it, leading to tooth […]
Increase Comfort During Your Orthodontic Treatment with SmartClip Braces
Proper tooth alignment is vital to ensuring everything from the development of proper speech to keeping teeth healthy. The problem is that correcting alignment issues can be problematic. Traditional braces are often uncomfortable, require numerous orthodontist appointments, and tend to require a significant investment of time. These challenges can make traditional braces out of the […]
Orthodontist vs Dentist: What are the Differences?
Some may believe that the professions of dentist and orthodontist are basically the same. However, there are several differences. These include education, experience and practice areas, among others. Orthodontists specialize in providing patients with alignment devices to straighten the teeth, such as braces and retainers. A strong understanding of orthodontia is necessary to create and […]
