Lifestyle & care information for kids & adults who have braces
Caring for Your Teeth During Orthodontic Treatment
Good oral health is essential for a healthy smile and our team can help you achieve that. However, it's important to be aware of the special needs that your teeth have during orthodontic treatment. Here are some tips to help you care for your teeth during orthodontic treatment. Brush and [...]
Jaw Pain After Orthodontic Treatment
If you recently had orthodontic treatment and are now experiencing jaw pain, you’re not alone. Jaw pain is a common side effect of orthodontic treatment, and it can range from mild to severe. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help alleviate your discomfort. Talk to Us The [...]
The Right Dental Floss for Braces
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy is important for everyone, but it’s especially important for those of us with braces. Flossing removes bacteria and plaque that may cause gum disease and cavities, so it’s essential to keep up your daily flossing routine. In this blog post, we will discuss the [...]
Enjoying Thanksgiving with Braces
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means pretty soon you will be surrounded by friends, family, and loads of food! Many Americans look forward to the Thanksgiving feast, but if you have braces, there are a few things to consider. We have put together a list of the best [...]
All About Retainers
So you’ve had your braces removed. Unfortunately, this is not the end of your treatment. First, you’ll need to wear a retainer to prevent your teeth from shifting! You’ll need to wear them for as long as it takes for your teeth to settle into a better bite and for [...]
Candies to Avoid with Braces
We love seeing our patients, but don’t want it to be because you popped a bracket or broke a wire while trying to enjoy your Halloween! We know it can be difficult to resist eating some of those delicious candies on the no-eat list. To help you choose treats that [...]
Should You Still Go to the Dentist While Seeing an Orthodontist?
A lot of our patients wonder if they should still go to the dentist while seeing an orthodontist. And the answer is a resounding “Yes!” Even though you're receiving professional oral care from another provider, you should definitely still go to the dentist while seeing an orthodontist. And there are [...]
Properly Putting on Invisalign Clear Aligners
Invisalign clear aligners are a convenient alternative to traditional braces, but they can be a little tricky to get perfectly into place the first few times you do it. They can also be a little stubborn when you get a new set. But don't worry, you'll quickly get the hang [...]
Common Holiday Foods to Avoid if You Have Braces
As you're no doubt aware if you or your child wear traditional braces, there are some foods that can easily damage them or get stuck behind the brackets and in the wires. Now that the Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa season is upon us, we wanted to provide a quick [...]
How to Relieve Invisalign Pain at Home
Invisalign and other clear aligners are a popular way to correct many types of bite problems. Among other advantages over traditional braces, they're practically invisible, and you remove them when you eat. But as with any type of orthodontic treatment that repositions your teeth, there can be some discomfort or [...]