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 […]
July 15, 2021
The idea of needing a cavity filled is typically not a pleasant one for most patients. The good news, however, is that modern technology has rendered the entire process nearly painless, and we even have a variety of material options for fillings depending on the patient’s unique circumstances and desires! And don’t worry — getting […]
June 12, 2021
Nerves and trepidation are common when a patient walks in to either get their braces put on or have them adjusted. After all, even once they’re back in the comfort of their own home, the discomfort of the braces themselves may last longer than the window of time they spend in the orthodontist’s chair. But […]
May 15, 2021
Happy World Orthodontics Day! We hope you take a moment to celebrate with us by spending some time with our orthodontists and checking out the video below. Dr. Matt: Dr. Mary: Both of Our Orthodontists:
May 7, 2021
Summer is approaching, and the only thing on your mind is uncovering those deflated beach balls for a relaxing beach vacation. During this time of no homework or school, it can be easy to let things fall through the cracks as your kids begin to focus on that glorious feeling of having absolutely nothing to […]
April 23, 2021
“Watch out!” Whether you’re intentionally holding your ground while a ball hurtles towards you or you just happen to get caught in the crossfire of a bad throw, one thing is for sure — the results can hurt. That’s why, in honor of National Facial Protection Month, we want to take a moment to inform […]
April 16, 2021
As it is, many young patients find themselves off-put by the idea of visiting their dentists and orthodontists. Be it because of braces-related pain or the general discomfort of having someone poke around in their mouth, we know — Such appointments are common stressors for young patients and adult patients alike. But as COVID-19 vaccines […]
March 18, 2021
Perhaps your child has already undergone their pediatric orthodontic consultation and their braces will be officially going on in the coming weeks. Or perhaps your child has already had them fitted to their teeth, and you’re simply scouring for answers as to what, exactly, constitutes “normal pain” in this unfamiliar situation. Regardless, we’re here to […]
