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[…..]
Buck Teeth: What Causes Them and How to Fix Them
A study by the American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics found that in the United States, 15% of children ages 12 to 15 have protruding front teeth, or buck teeth. There are many different causes and treatments, so make sure you go to an orthodontist to get advice about your individual situation. We’re going to[…..]
Everything You Need to Know About Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces let you straighten your teeth without sacrificing your white smile. They’re popular, and our patients often have questions about clear braces—what they can and can’t eat with them, what they cost, whether they can even get them, and more. We put together a list of frequently asked questions that should help you decide[…..]
Braces Colors to Try This Year
You only have braces for a short amount of time. Choosing which color of bands to get is hard! Do you go bright or stay neutral? Decorate for the holidays or keep it basic? We wanted to give you a few color combo ideas and help you decide which braces colors will work for you.[…..]
