Brodie Bowman, DMD: Offering Trusted Orthodontics Near Destin
Brodie Bowman Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics has two locations in Florida. The main office is in Fort Walton Beach, while the secondary office is in Niceville. The distance between the main office and Destin is less than nine miles, while the Niceville office is just 17 miles away from Destin. The office is actually run […]
Is it Ever Too Late to Begin Orthodontics?
You aren’t happy with your smile. While your teeth are healthy, strong, and white, you have orthodontic concerns that you can’t avoid. Each time you look in the mirror, you see those gaps, crowding, or bite issues that make you want to stay away from a camera. You’ve always thought that orthodontics were for teenagers. […]
Will Wisdom Teeth Mess Up My Braces?
Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars. They usually come in when a person is in their late teens or early 20s. They are nicknamed “wisdom teeth” because their appearance usually coincides with college and adulthood. Unfortunately, wisdom teeth often cause problems and have to be removed. Because a person’s jaw is […]
Preventing Tooth Decay While Wearing Braces
Many individuals wear wire or plastic braces to improve the appearance of their teeth. An orthodontist custom designs braces for each patient to reduce unsightly gaps or reposition crooked teeth. Braces are vitally important for improving an individual’s bite to make consuming healthy foods easier. While wearing braces, patients must continue to provide daily oral […]
Best and Worst Foods for Your Teeth
We all know that a beautiful and healthy smile requires brushing and flossing at least two times a day, but some patients may not realize just how much of an impact that their diet has on their oral health. There may be more treatments than ever to restore the appearance of teeth, but avoiding tooth […]
Orthodontic-Friendly Recipes
Kids and teenagers can be picky eaters, and it can be hard to come up with meals they will enjoy – and that are good for them. It’s also tough to find foods that children and adults with braces can enjoy, given the dietary limitations those with braces face. At Grace & Bowman Orthodontics in […]
Halloween Candy Woes
Halloween will be here soon and trick-or-treaters and their parents will be out in full force to enjoy the night of costumes and fun. But for children and teens with braces, Halloween can be challenging, with homeowners giving out candy that may prove troublesome for brace-wearing trick-or-treaters. This holiday is fun for all, but the […]
What to Expect When Your Braces Come Off – Part 2
We know how exciting it is to finally get your braces removed. Finally getting to see your brand-new million dollar smile is a huge event for anyone – teens and adults alike. Here is some more information about what to expect when your braces come off. For additional information, or to schedule your orthodontist appointment, […]
What to Expect When Your Braces Come Off – Part 1
It has probably been at least year or two. You have had to deal with uncomfortable braces on your teeth, a ton of orthodontist appointments, wearing rubber bands, feeling aches and pains, and not being able to eat some of the foods that you love. But it is almost over – your braces are ready […]
Survey: Teens Worry about Image, Teeth
A recent survey backed by the makers of Invisalign Teen aligners reveals teenagers worry about their appearance – even more so with the rise of social media – and that concern about how their teeth look is a major cause of teen angst. At Grace & Bowman Orthodontics in Fort Walton Beach and Niceville, our team […]