Getting braces can be daunting, and it can feel like you may never get them off. Plus there’s a lot to learn about eating and cleaning habits and the lifestyle change braces can bring. We put together a list of our 5 best braces tips to help you adjust to braces life. 1. Wax is[…..]
3 Alternatives to Braces You Should Consider
You decided you want to straighten your teeth, and you also decided you might not want traditional braces. The good news is there are other options besides braces that can give you a new smile! Here are a few of our top orthodontist-approved alternatives to braces. As always, talk to your orthodontist about which treatment[…..]
Everything You Need to Know About Clear Plastic Retainers
We get a lot of questions about clear orthodontic retainers, so we wanted to put together a quick blog post all about them! From care to composition, we tried to cover everything you need to know about clear plastic retainers! What are clear retainers made of? Clear retainers are made of high-quality transparent plastic. If[…..]
Summer Foods to Avoid With Braces
Summer food is the best! The heat brings fruit, veggies, hamburgers, ice cream, and all the summer barbecue food you can eat. Braces can make it difficult to enjoy the good summer food, though. Which summer foods should you avoid with braces, and which can you eat? Here’s our take. Stay Away from Hard, Sticky,[…..]
Invisalign Teen – The Good and the Bad, and What Parents Should Know
You’ve probably heard of Invisalign. It’s the popular braces alternative that corrects your smile with nearly invisible aligners. Well did you know there’s a version of Invisalign made specifically for teenagers? There are many good things and a few bad things you should know about Invisalign Teen. The Good It’s easy to monitor use. The[…..]
What You Need to Know About Lingual Braces
So you want to straighten your teeth, but you don’t love the look of braces. Lingual braces could be the perfect solution for you! They are essentially braces on the back of teeth rather than on the front. Have a few questions? You aren’t alone. Here are a few of our most frequently asked questions[…..]
