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Preparing for Braces: Key Questions to Ask Your Orthodontist

Preparing for Braces: Key Questions to Ask Your Orthodontist You might be considering getting braces to help straighten your teeth. Congrats! Before you make a decision about which treatment path is best for you, it’s important that you ask your orthodontist some key questions. In this post, we’ll cover what you should ask about the treatment process, the

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Effective Strategies for Easing Invisalign Pain?

Effective Strategies for Easing Invisalign Pain Invisalign is a great alternative to traditional braces. It has countless benefits, but like any orthodontic treatment, changes can make your mouth a bit sore. The first few days with Invisalign can be painful, but it doesn’t have to be. Patients sometimes experience mild pain or some soreness after they make a

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What are some foods that can damage my teeth?

What are some foods that can damage my teeth? Diet is an important aspect of maintaining good oral health. In addition to brushing and flossing every night, it’s important to understand which foods can cause the most damage to your teeth and how to minimize or avoid that damage altogether. As you shop, it always pays off to

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Visiting the Dentist

Visiting the Dentist Every year, you visit your doctor for a check-up. These well visits are to ensure you are healthy for the year to come! You also should have visits like these with your dentist, you need to have a dental check at least once every six months to make sure your teeth and mouth are healthy.

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Invisalign on Vacation

Invisalign on Vacation There are so many things to make sure you have in your bags when you travel. It can be easy to forget about your teeth in the process. When traveling with Invisalign, it’s important to plan for time away from home adequately. Especially since Invisalign isn’t attached to your teeth!  When you’re somewhere unfamiliar and

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What to Expect with New Braces

What to Expect with New Braces The week after your new braces go on is often tough. There’s a lot you have to adjust to from metal in your mouth to changes in diet, nightly routine, and oral hygiene. Transitions and changes are never easy, and to help make your journey to a beautiful smile smooth and painless,

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The Invisalign Process

The Invisalign Process Invisalign is a type of orthodontic treatment that uses clear, removable aligners to straighten teeth. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign aligners are nearly invisible, so they are much less noticeable when you wear them. Invisalign treatment is custom-designed for each patient, so the aligners are precisely engineered to move your teeth into the correct position. Invisalign

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Why Mouthguards Are So Important

Why Mouthguards Are So Important Many of our patients are student athletes or have a sport they love. After getting braces, many of these sports-enthusiasts wonder if they’ll have to take a break from their games and practices. We’ve all heard horror stories of sports injuries, even worse witnessed one ourselves. Playing sports during orthodontic treatment is 100%

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