6 Unexpected Benefits of Straight Teeth

You already know that having a straighter, brighter smile improves your physical appearance, but straightening your teeth does much more than that. Let’s talk about some of the more unexpected benefits of straight teeth. 6 Unexpected Benefits of Straight Teeth 1: Lower risk of periodontal and gum disease. When your teeth are straighter, your gums…

5 Orthodontia Myths and The Truth About Tooth Straightening

Orthodontic treatment has come a long way, even in the last 5 to 10 years. Still, there are some myths that persist, despite industry changes and improvements. Here are 5 of the most common misunderstandings, and the truth about tooth straightening: Orthodontia Myths My wisdom teeth made my teeth crooked. It’s a common belief that…

Some Of History’s Fun And Bizarre Dental Stories

HISTORY IS FULL of outrageous tales about teeth! How many of these dental facts have you heard before? The Dental Woes That Won the Battle Of Yorktown? During the Revolutionary War, George Washington wrote a letter to his dentist requesting some dental cleaning tools to be sent to New York, noting that the American forces wouldn’t be in…

Baby Teeth Myths—Busted!

YOU MIGHT THINK that baby teeth don’t matter because “they’re just going to fall out anyway,” but think again! There are a lot of myths about baby teeth out there, so we’re going to set the record straight: here’s a list of the top four baby teeth myths, BUSTED! Myth #1: Baby Teeth Aren’t Important Although baby teeth…

3 Orthodontic Tips For Cold And Flu Season

WHEN THE COLD AND FLU SEASON STRIKES, your teeth and braces are probably the last things you’re thinking about as you reach for another tissue! But there ARE some things related to that cold or flu that can affect your oral health. Since tooth decay and gum disease can be especially risky during orthodontic treatment, we want you…

Plaque vs. Tartar: What’s The Difference?

WE OFTEN GET THE QUESTION from our patients, “What’s the difference between plaque and tartar?” Many people think they are the same thing. There is an important difference between the two, however, and it can help explain just why a daily oral hygiene routine is so crucial, as well as twice-yearly visits to your dentist. What…

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Smoking Puts Your Oral Health At Risk

DID YOU KNOW that smoking is the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the United States? It’s well known that smoking can lead to a number of lung-related diseases but in reality, the negative effects of smoking can be seen in almost every part of the body, especially the mouth. Smoking Compromises Your Oral Health Among other…