June 6, 2022
You always want to see that little smile reemerge. After all, what better feeling is there as a parent than to know that your child is both happy and healthy? That being said, when they do eventually pucker their lips in pain or discomfort, you’ll be left weighing the best options for their long-term well-being. […]
May 21, 2022
You’re probably not new to the idea of orthodontic care, regardless of whether or not you’ve received it yourself in the past. But just because the treatment itself doesn’t sound new, that doesn’t mean it will actually be the same this time around. But don’t worry — we actually mean this in a good way! […]
April 13, 2022
One of the factors most likely to deter patients from taking the plunge with traditional braces? The metal. From the discomfort of the brackets pushing against the soft skin inside the cheek to the general insecurity that comes with a smile full of metal, let’s be honest: many patients are looking for an alternative that […]
March 13, 2022
Patience may be a virtue, but let’s face it — we all want beautiful smiles sooner rather than later. And when you’re preparing to go undergo orthodontic care, it’s natural that you find yourself wondering… Just how long will this take? Don’t worry! If you’re in a rush for answers, we’ll get you up to […]
February 13, 2022
The point of a practice is to put the patients first — and there’s no such thing as being too focused on an individual’s care. Consequently, shouldn’t an orthodontist’s technology be just as patient-centric as the whole of the team? We think so. Thus, we’d like to take a moment to review the patient-centric technology […]
January 13, 2022
A little bad breath here and there is normal. If we’ve eaten something particularly pungent or had to cut our two minutes’ worth of toothbrushing time short because we ran late before work, chances are we won’t spend the day smelling like cinnamon or mint. But when your child has bad breath, you have to […]
December 17, 2021
As you and/or your child prepare for the coming appointment where your wires and brackets will be applied, it’s natural to feel on edge. Particularly for those who anticipate some level of pain, a fine thread of fear may even creep in, making it more difficult to feel excited for the orthodontic journey to come. […]
November 18, 2021
The end of high school heralds the time wherein your child will officially embark upon adulthood, meaning you’ll want to immortalize every moment you can during those final years. And their senior pictures are especially likely to hold the attention of the whole family. Consequently, it makes sense that you and/or your child feel particularly […]
October 17, 2021
From the fear of physical discomfort to the general sense of insecurity one feels when the metal brackets are applied, we understand that many orthodontic patients are crossing their fingers and hoping for a treatment option that concludes sooner rather than later. Of course, that depends entirely on what your teeth currently look like and […]
September 13, 2021
As Halloween night creeps closer and closer, you already know that anyone wearing braces would be wise to steer clear of monstrous hard candies and chocolate-covered nuts. But what else might you accidentally overlook while you relish the spoils of a successful night of trick-or-treating? Unfortunately, both gummies and caramel apples — two wickedly delicious […]
