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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 band colors will work for…
Should you get Invisalign or braces? It’s really hard to choose which orthodontic aligners are right for your mouth and budget. Most people know the pros and cons of braces, but what are the pros and cons of Invisalign? (If you want to brush up on your Invisalign knowledge before reading this post, then check…
People with braces worry all the time: What if my teeth look stained after I get my braces off? While braces don’t really stain your teeth, they can make your teeth look stained. We’re going to give you info on how to prevent stained teeth while you have braces, and how to get rid of…
The day you get your braces taken off is cause for celebration! You’re not done just yet, though. Once your teeth have been moved into place, you need a retainer to keep them in place. There are several types of retainers to choose from. Teeth aren’t just anchored in your jaw bones, which is a…
How long do braces take? That’s a question with no easy answer. Every mouth is different, and depending on your particular malocclusions, the appliances you choose, and how well you adhere to your orthodontist’s recommendations, your treatment time might be shorter or longer. When you sit down with your orthodontist for an initial consult, he…
While you have braces, you’ll have regular appointments with your orthodontists for adjustments. Since you’re seeing your orthodontist regularly, do you really need to keep seeing your regular dentist? There’s a big difference between dentist appointments and adjustments with your orthodontist, and both are important. Why You Need Dentist Appointments During Orthodontic Treatment Even though…
The day your braces come off is most definitely a cause for celebration! Your smile is straight and bright, and treatment is almost done. That’s right – it’s almost done. Wearing your retainer is just as important as keeping your appointments for adjustments, and if you’re smart, you’ll wear your retainer for a long time to…
