Short Term Braces: Pros and Cons
What are Short Term Braces? Like the name suggests, they are braces that are used for a short period of time to…
Types of Orthodontic Appliances
You or your child has braces and is on the way to a picture-perfect smile. Perhaps your orthodontist has told you that…
Orthodontic Associates is Using 3M True Definition Scanners!
Orthodontic Associates is happy to announce another addition to our already state-of-the-art suite of appliances that will help to make the diagnosis…
Types of Orthodontic Headgear
Headgear has come a long way since the early days of braces. Despite its change in appearance, its function remains pretty much…
Teeth Whitening: Pros and Cons
If you’re a regular coffee or tea drinker, or have used tobacco, chances are your teeth aren’t as pearly-white as they used…
I Need Braces—Will I Need to See a Dentist?
Dental health is an important aspect of everyday life. Regardless of whether or not you need braces, orthodontists will always be advocates…
Braces and Hygiene: What to Use
The importance of good oral hygiene cannot be overstressed and especially when you are wearing braces. Here are some of the materials…
Common Incognito™ Hidden Braces FAQs
What are Incognito™ Hidden Braces? Bonded to the back (or lingual) sides of the teeth, they are “hidden” from the public eye.…
Anatomy of an Orthodontic Associates Consultation
If you’ve been told that you or a family member can benefit from an orthodontist, you might wonder what your next step…
Are There Support Groups for People with Braces?
Getting braces at any age can feel a little overwhelming and very much a solo expedition. It is always nice to be…
