Important Tips for Caring for Invisalign Clear Aligners
Invisalign clear aligners are a great option for many patients to treat a wide variety of bite problems. And caring for Invisalign clear aligners properly helps protect them. It also helps keep them clean and therefore invisible—and that invisibility is probably a big part of why you opted for these [...]
Quick Tips for Choosing the Right Orthodontist
As with any healthcare decision, choosing the right orthodontist is an important matter that deserves due diligence. There's certainly no shortage of orthodontic practices in most populated areas, and sometimes it can be hard to tell the difference between them all. Choosing the right orthodontist in an informed way matters [...]
Is Orthodontic Treatment for Adults Common Today?
Is orthodontic treatment for adults common in this day and age? You may be wondering about this if you're an adult with one of the many bite problems that orthodontists treat. Sadly, many grownups are hesitant about seeing an orthodontist because there's a misconception that this sort of care is [...]
7 Daily Habits That Promote Oral Health
Hopefully, you make healthy decisions most of the time on most days. Taking care of yourself should be part of your regular routine. And this of course includes your dental health. So we wanted to mention some important daily habits that promote oral health. 1. Brush Your Teeth Properly You [...]
What Are Common Causes of Bad Breath?
Have you been cupping your hands around your mouth to get a whiff of your breath? Has a friend or family member tactfully pulled you aside to mention that there's a not-so-pleasant odor wafting from your mouth? Have people been wincing and flinching when you talk to them in close [...]
Some Awesome Health Benefits of Straight Teeth
A lot of people think of straightened teeth as just a cosmetic improvement. While it's true that having straight teeth boosts confidence, encourages people to smile more, and provides other benefits from the cosmetic change, it's also true that there are real health benefits of straight teeth. If you or [...]
Some Common Reasons for Having a Tooth Extracted
There are several common reasons for having a tooth extracted. Of course, nobody wants to hear the news from their dentist or orthodontist that they need it done. But the procedure is pretty quick and relatively painless during and after, thanks to anesthetic and painkillers. The important thing to keep [...]
A Mouthful of Interesting Facts About Your Tongue
Your tongue is a weird and wonderful organ. You use it to talk, eat, and swallow. And, since it's where your taste buds are located, it lets you taste all the delicious things you consume. We thought we'd help you appreciate it a little more by sharing some fun and [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About Using Dental Wax on Braces
If you or your child has braces, keep a package of dental wax—also called orthodontic wax and tooth wax—to keep at home. Your orthodontist may provide it, and it's easy to find in most pharmacies. Here's some basic information about using dental wax on braces. What Is Dental Wax Used [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental X-Rays in Orthodontic Care
Because they're such a standard part of orthodontic care, we want to answer some common questions people have about dental x-rays. What Are Dental X-Rays? When we talk about dental x-rays, we're referring to a diagnostic test that uses a type of electromagnetic radiation to capture images of the inside [...]