Braces-friendly School Lunch
Going back to school takes some getting used to. Basically, it’s relearning a new set of old routines. Earlier bedtimes and wake-up…
What Is the Difference between Permanent And Removable Retainers?
From the moment the braces are put on, an orthodontic patient can imagine the day that they come off. Getting that perfectly…
Six Month Braces: Is It Right For You?
When you learn that the average time patients need to wear braces spans roughly 1 1/2-2 years, you might feel a bit…
Dental Implants and Braces
For people who have dental implants but still need some orthodontic treatment, one of the natural concerns is whether implants are compatible…
The Journey in Braces: Unique Experiences for Kids, Teens and Adults
Once thought of as a rite of passage of sorts, many people still picture a teenager with a mouth full of metal…
Life After Braces: Plastic and Wire Retainers
After wearing braces, you finally have the perfect smile you always wanted. However, it is important to understand that the removal of…
First Week Food in Braces
One of the most difficult adjustments (no pun intended) for teens and adults during the first week in braces is the change…
Behind the Braces: An Orthodontist’s Journey
All orthodontists are dentists, but not all dentists are orthodontists. In fact, just 6% of dentists successfully pursue this advanced specialty that…
Cooking for Braces
Your time in braces is filled with adjustments—and not just the kind that occur when the orthodontist tightens your archwire. You will…
Common Tooth Ailments (And What They Mean for Orthodontics)
Common tooth problems become all-too common for orthodontic patients. Although braces are an essential step on your path to perfectly-aligned pearly whites,…
