Everyone would love to have a beautiful and straight smile. And while the majority of us are not born with perfect teeth, braces allow us to achieve them. They are great for adjusting orthodontic issues …
What to Expect During Your First Days of Braces
Getting braces is so common these days, it’s almost like a right of passage. It’s not so much a matter of if, but when. The first days in braces are the most difficult, but after …
Ways to Relieve Braces Discomfort
When you first get your braces put on, it is normal to feel some discomfort. Discomfort may come in two forms, tenderness in your gums and jaw, as well as irritation of the insides of …
How to Determine Whether or Not You Need Braces
Everyone wants a million-dollar smile. So, every year millions of people invest in braces in hopes that the technology works to make it happen. But can anyone get braces? Are some people better candidates for …
Foods to Avoid When Wearing Braces
Braces are one of the most common orthodontic treatment options available. They have been around for a long time and are still a highly effective way to straighten your teeth and correct bite misalignment. A …
Differences Between Braces & Clear Aligners
The two most common types of orthodontic treatment are braces and clear aligners. Both treatments are designed to straighten the teeth, align the bite, and correct other orthodontic issues that are present. But the similarities …
A Rubber Band’s Job With Braces
If you’ve ever worn braces, you may know that rubber bands (also called elastics) are sometimes a part of the treatment process. If you are new to braces for yourself or your child, rubber bands …
How to Brush Teeth With Braces
Are you the recent recipient of a brand new set of braces? Congratulations on joining the club. Having braces may change your life in a variety of ways, such as the foods you eat and …
How Long Can I Expect to Wear Braces?
When someone is told they are going to need braces, the follow-up question is usually always, how long will I have to wear them? It is a question your orthodontist hears regularly and it is …