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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

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SmartClip

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

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orthodontist

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

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Tooth decay

Five Ways to Prevent Tooth Decay

Tooth decay describes the destruction and deterioration of the tooth structure. Tooth decay may affect the enamel, which is the external coating of the tooth as well as the dentin layer of the tooth. A person’s teeth will start to decay if they allow foods containing carbohydrates to stay on

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How to Keep Clear Braces Clean

Tips on How to Keep Clear Braces Clean

Clear braces are one of the most popular choices for people who need orthodontic treatment because they are almost completely invisible. The clear braces material makes them much harder to see when opening your mouth. While the metal wires will be much harder to see, clear braces can require extra

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Invisalign®

The Benefits of Invisalign vs Braces

Whether you are a teen or an adult, the thought of having braces can fill you with dread. The thought of having a mouth full of metal for a few years is less than ideal for most. Fortunately, there have been many advances in the field of orthodontics and there

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Mini diamond braces

Clear Braces Vs Mini Diamond Braces

There used to be only one type of braces: the metal “railroad tracks.” Traditional metal braces are still the most common and widely-used type of braces. Patients, however, now have other choices. Mini diamond braces Mini diamond braces are made of stainless steel like the traditional braces, and they have

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orthodontic treatment

The Best Time to Consider Orthodontic Treatment

When it comes to orthodontic treatment, you are likely to assume that this is primarily a teen issue. While adults may get orthodontic work at any time in their lives, it is during the middle school and high school years that it is most typical to see young adults who

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retainer

Importance of a Retainer after Orthodontic Treatments

You’ve finally made it to the finish line with your orthodontic treatments. If you are like so many others, you’ve gone through at least two years of treatment. For some, it could be four years. Now, you have a beautiful set of pearly whites you can flash wherever you go.

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smart clip braces

Eliminate Rubber Bands with Smart Clip Braces

When it comes to orthodontic treatment, the first thing that comes to mind is traditional braces made out of metal. To top it off, you can expect rubber bands that are used as part of the treatment plan. While many young children may enjoy wearing an assortment of colorful bands,

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