Have you ever seen a mom, dad, and their child standing in a dumpster behind a pizza place digging through the trash? Chances are they are searching for a lost retainer. A lost-retainer-dumpster-dive is a common if unpleasant occurrence for families across the country, ...
Read MoreWhen you look up the word smile, the dictionary explains it is a pleased facial expression where the corners of the mouth are turned up and you can see the front teeth. However, for some people, the idea of showing anyone their front teeth creates another facial express...
Read MoreThe truth about Orthodontic treatments Orthodontists specialize in straightening crooked teeth. These types of problems are called malocclusions, and they can seriously affect your appearance and the quality of your bite. They can also make you feel self-conscious about...
Read MoreYou probably don’t know what a deep bite is. The truth is, this is a very common problem and yet you’ve probably never heard of it. But what you don’t know can hurt you, and a deep bite can cause problems that can threaten your oral health and make you feel self-c...
Read MoreMany people wonder what the difference between dentists and orthodontists is and when it might be the right time to take their child to an orthodontist. Dentists focus on the comprehensive health and cleanliness of the mouth and teeth, which includes searching for cavit...
Read MoreThe tough times you endure while wearing braces aren’t for nothing and as time passes, you’ll notice that your teeth are looking great – so great that you can’t wait for your braces to come off! While it’s finally time to show off that beautiful straight smile...
Read MoreEating with braces Getting used to the feeling of braces can be painful and the discomfort is easily compounded by hard and crunchy foods that are best avoided. Although you might miss eating these foods, there are a lot of great alternatives that you can turn to and so...
Read MoreRegardless of your age, a straight smile is always desirable and yet orthodontic treatments for braces and aligners remain daunting for several reasons. Braces are known to cause a fair bit of discomfort and pain – and let’s not talk about the challenge of removing ...
Read MoreOrthodontic care is an important part of dentistry that helps correct misalignment of teeth and bad bites, amongst other problems. Orthodontic treatments and procedures often result in costly expenditures to cover the costs of regularly changing rubbers, continuous chec...
Read MoreFew people are excited to hear they need braces to fix their teeth. Not only do braces detract from one’s aesthetic appearance, they are also a challenge to maintain and to care for. Regular braces require constant and rigorous cleaning to protect them from staining, ...
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