orthodontics

  1. Adult Orthodontics: a Worthy Investment or Waste of Money?

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    Whether you are in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or even older than that, you may see signs advertising Invisalign or some other type of adult orthodontics. However, it can be difficult to determine whether this is going to be a worthy investment for you or a waste of money. Essentially, it all comes down to what is most important to you. As an adult, you don’t have the same insecurities or issues that yo…Read More

  2. 5 Common Foods to Avoid While Wearing Braces

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    Braces are a mutual agreement reached by you and your orthodontist to straighten your teeth and/or jawline to improve your overall dental health. The most obvious improvement is your smile. Braces themselves are brackets and wires placed on the front, and more rarely, the back of teeth. These parts are easily damaged or bent by certain foods, resulting in frequent trips for straightening or repla…Read More

  3. Pacifiers for Children and Dental Care

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    For many years, babies and toddlers were given pacifiers or permitted to suck their thumbs without concern for their dental health. However, in recent years it has become increasingly important to educate parents about the risks of sucking on thumbs, or pacifiers, with regard to oral health. Why children rely on pacifiers Many children are weaned off of bottles or breast feeding through the use of…Read More

  4. Orthodontics at Any Age

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    It does not matter how young or old you are. If your teeth are crooked, crowded, or stucked, they affect the way you look and can affect the quality of your life. Orthodontic treatment not only improves the look of your smile but your health as well. Straight teeth are easier to clean and less likely to get tooth decay or damaged. If you are not happy with the way your teeth look or work, orthodon…Read More