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New Year’s Resolutions—Counting Down to a Beautiful Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.
Traditionally, January is a great time to choose some bad habits you’d like to lose, and some good habits you’d like to develop. If one of your goals this year
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New Year's (Orthodontic) Resolutions
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.
Why are New Year’s resolutions so often negative? A depressing reminder of things-you-should-be-doing-but aren’t. A new set of rules-that-must-be-obeyed. A nagging list of changes you should make right this very
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Getting a Retainer? Make It Personal!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.
If the doctor and our team recommend a Hawley retainer to complete your orthodontic treatment, you’re getting a classic. This retainer, invented by Dr. Charles Hawley, has been in use
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Helpful Hygiene Tips for Patients Who Wear Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.
Today, the doctor and our team thought we would offer a few tips for our patients currently undergoing orthodontic treatment. For those of you wearing braces, it’s important to be
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‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency orthodontic appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no
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Ceramic Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.
Congratulations! You have made the decision to get orthodontic treatment at our De Pere, Wisconsin office. Now it’s time to choose among your various appliance options. Traditional metal brackets and
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Thanksgiving Trivia
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.
At Olm Orthodontics we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at
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What is early intervention?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.
Many developing orthodontic problems can be intercepted and corrected if diagnosed and treated at an early age. the doctor and our team at Olm Orthodontics recommend children have their first
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National Brush Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.
October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day!
Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as
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A Fun Halloween with Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.
Having teeth encased in braces can be discouraging during Halloween. If you or your child has braces, there are certain candies to avoid this holiday season—and in general—while you have
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Get Your Orthodontic Journey Off to a Good Start
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.
Whether you’ve chosen traditional braces or invisible aligners, congratulations! You’ve taken the first step on your way to a beautiful, healthy smile. Of course, like every other journey, a good
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Things You Should Never Use Your Braces For
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.
When you get your braces, the doctor and our staff will also give you a list of foods you should not eat and things you should not do. Pay particular
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Five Clues That It’s Time to Replace Your Toothbrush
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 10, 2023.
Your dashboard lights up when your car needs an oil change. Your family smoke detector beeps when you need to switch out the batteries. But when it’s time to replace
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Fall Holiday Guide for Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.
If this is your child’s first holiday season with braces, here are some tips on how to help children get the most enjoyment from these celebrations without compromising their braces
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Five Fun Ways to Count Down Your Braces Time
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.
Braces can straighten your teeth to give you a more attractive smile for life. The process can take 18 months to two years or more, and this amount of time
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Hey, Metal Mouth, Hey, Train Tracks! Six Funny Comebacks for People Who Wear Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.
Brace-ism: believe it or not, it’s a concept. The Urban Dictionary defines brace-ism as “acting mean to people who have braces on their teeth.” Phrases like metal mouth, brace face,
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