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The Risk for Gum Disease Increases While Wearing Braces
posted: Sep. 26, 2018.
Your child has had braces for a few months and making good progress with correcting a poor bite (malocclusion), but you’ve also noticed something else: his gums are becoming Read more -
Orthodontics and Your Teen
posted: Sep. 16, 2018.
In many ways, the teenage years are the best time to have orthodontic treatment. It’s a good time emotionally because your teen is likely to have friends who also Read more -
Jamie Foxx Chips a Tooth - This Time by Accident!
posted: Sep. 06, 2018.
Some people are lucky — they never seem to have a mishap, dental or otherwise. But for the rest of us, accidents just happen sometimes. Take actor Jamie Foxx, Read more -
Why a Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
posted: Aug. 27, 2018.
A lot of time and effort goes into straightening your smile. But there’s a possibility it might not stay that way—and all that hard work could be lost. The Read more -
An Assortment of Orthodontic Tools helps us Solve Complex Bite Problems
posted: Aug. 17, 2018.
There are an assortment of techniques and treatments in an orthodontist's toolkit, braces being the most common and best known. Of course, there wouldn't be any tools at all Read more -
How to Reduce Tooth White Spots While Wearing Braces
posted: Aug. 07, 2018.
When your braces finally come off, you’ll hopefully be astounded by what you see –once-crooked teeth replaced by a more attractive smile. But you might also see something you Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Jul. 28, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read more -
Palatal Expansion Could Head Off Future Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Jul. 18, 2018.
People mainly identify orthodontics with braces. But while they’re a major part of it, braces aren’t the only way this important dental specialty can make a difference in a Read more -
Be on the Alert for Gum Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Jul. 08, 2018.
On your way to a more attractive smile, you’ll have to deal with some inconveniences while wearing braces like avoiding certain foods or habits or dealing with possible embarrassment Read more -
Understanding the Aging Process Leads to More Effective Orthodontics
posted: Jun. 28, 2018.
If you’ve ever looked at younger photos of yourself, you’re sure to notice differences with your present appearance. Of course, your basic features might appear much the same. But Read more -
Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
posted: Jun. 18, 2018.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the Read more -
Closing the Gap Between Front Teeth Can Create a More Attractive Smile
posted: Jun. 08, 2018.
Many otherwise attractive smiles have one noticeable blemish — a large gap between the two upper front teeth. If you have such a gap, there’s a solution that could Read more -
A Retainer Helps you Keep Your New Smile after the Braces Come Off
posted: May 29, 2018.
It’s a big moment after months of wearing braces to finally get a glimpse of your new smile. The crooked teeth and poor bite are gone — and in Read more -
White Spots on Your Teeth After Braces May Be An Early Sign of Enamel Loss
posted: May 19, 2018.
After months of treatment we’ve removed your braces and your new smile emerges. Upon closer view, however, you notice a number of chalky white spots on your teeth. These pale Read more -
Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: May 09, 2018.
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, Read more -
Be Vigilant with Dental Care While Wearing Braces
posted: Apr. 29, 2018.
If you or a family member wears braces, you're used to visiting your orthodontist for adjustments and progress monitoring. But it's just as important that you continue regular visits Read more