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What Is an Orthodontist, Exactly?

“What is an orthodontist?” “What's the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist?” These are pretty common questions. Sure, most people know that orthodontists put braces on their patients. But not as many people know what education and training they go through, or what exactly makes them different from dentists. [...]

Some Great Benefits of Lingual Braces

Many people are eager to find “invisible” alternatives to traditional braces when they get orthodontic treatment. And many are good candidates for some of the other options. The various types of clear aligners are probably the most familiar of these options, but lingual braces are another one worth asking your [...]

7 Common Myths About Braces

There are lots of misconceptions and misinformation out there about orthodontic treatment with braces. Unfortunately, it can make some people hesitant to look into treatment, delaying or preventing oral care that makes a huge difference in people's quality of life. So, we want to help clear up some of the [...]

How Long Do You Need to Wear Braces?

“How long do you need to wear braces?” is definitely one of the most frequently asked questions about braces and orthodontic treatment. Unfortunately, we can't give you a one-size-fits-all answer. There are lots of individual factors that affect the duration of treatment with braces. But, if you really want some [...]