Why a Good-Looking Smile is Not Always a Healthy Smile

Midlothian orthodontist explains why a pretty smile is not always a healthy smile

While undergoing orthodontic treatment with braces or Invisalign will earn you a beautiful smile, that’s hardly the only benefit. If you have been hesitant to start orthodontic treatment because you already have a straight smile, you can still gain a lot from having braces or Invisalign. When you straighten your teeth, you set yourself up…

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Tips for Traveling with Invisalign or Braces

The season of hitting the road or boarding a plane to visit loved ones is here. With the holidays solidly here, many families are preparing to visit friends and relatives. If you or your kids currently have braces or Invisalign, you’ll need to plan ahead to make your time of traveling a success. Make a…

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Do I Need Braces Again?

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While braces are often seen as a permanent fix for crooked teeth, this isn’t really the case. If you don’t follow your orthodontist’s aftercare instructions, you may end up needing a second round of orthodontic treatment. Luckily, it’s unlikely you’ll need a whole set of braces again to get your smile back on track. Reasons…

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How Do Braces Work?

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If you’re considering starting orthodontic treatment with braces, you likely have a few questions you want answered. While you’re no doubt familiar with what braces are, you might still be wondering how they actually work. Parts of Braces To know how braces work, it helps to learn about the different parts that make up this…

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