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Benefits of a Better Aligned Smile
Spotting and treating tooth alignment issues early on is very beneficial for your teeth. This allows time to make repairs and align the teeth into their correct position. Your teeth are something you use to eat, smile and communicate with others, so it’s important to take care of them as soon as possible, no matter…
Read MoreConsider Water Flossing for Your Dental Flossing Needs
When it comes to caring for your teeth in or out of braces, you already know how important it is to brush twice a day. Cleaning your teeth daily helps get rid of harmful bacteria or plaque in the mouth that can cause gum disease and tooth decay. But brushing alone won’t do the job,…
Read MoreTips for Caring for Your Teeth and Gums While Wearing Braces
The number one goal for your oral health is maintaining healthy teeth and gums. This means practicing diligent daily oral hygiene habits; specifically, brushing and flossing to remove plaque along with routine dental visits to remove tartar (hardened plaque), polish your teeth and have your gums checked. When you opt for orthodontics to straighten your…
Read MoreBrace Yourself, the Holidays are Coming!
Straightening your teeth with orthodontics can help you achieve a more healthy, aligned and attractive smile. With the upcoming holidays, Halloween, Thanksgiving, the month of December and New Year’s (to name a few), around the corner, your orthodontics treatment won’t take a holiday, so it’s up to you to remember why you are wearing braces.…
Read MoreSome Things to Consider When Wearing Braces
Have you just had braces recommended or placed? We are thrilled to give you some tips for taking care of your braces to make your orthodontic treatment a happy one. Foods to Avoid There are certain foods that should be avoided when you are undergoing orthodontic treatment with braces. Chewy foods can get stuck in…
Read MoreMore Adults Are Embracing Orthodontic Braces
In the past, orthodontic braces had the stigma of being reserved for teenagers with an awkward smile. They were sometimes perceived as having more cosmetic value than functional meaning. However, adults with misaligned teeth are at increased risk of suffering from varying dental conditions. This could include tooth enamel attrition from excessive wear or dental…
Read MoreWhy Braces Adjustments Are a Critical Part of Orthodontic Treatment
If you or your child are in the midst of receiving orthodontic treatment, we encourage you to not miss any of your braces adjustments if possible. These regular appointments keep your orthodontic treatment on track. Why Adjustments with Braces Are Necessary Braces gradually move teeth by gently stretching the ligaments that attach your teeth to…
Read MoreBraces Might Be Needed to Prevent Dental Fractures and Enamel Attrition
Alignment issues with your teeth can present more serious problems than simply leaving you with an unappealing smile. In time, even minor aberrations in your dentition can lead to enamel attrition or an increased risk of suffering a dental fracture. This is even more likely to be an issue if you’ve recently lost a tooth…
Read MoreCaring for Braces
Orthodontics is used to straighten the teeth and correct the bite. Now that you are undergoing orthodontic treatment, there are some things you should know about caring for your teeth and braces. Dental Hygiene While Wearing Braces Dental hygiene is a little more involved while wearing braces. To floss your teeth, work the short end…
Read MoreTypes of Braces and Their Components
Do you have crooked teeth or a bad bite? There are several types of braces available in Midlothian, Ohio that can greatly improve your smile whether you or a teen or an adult. Let’s take a look at the different types of braces and their components. Types of Braces Braces are can be made from…
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