Most people end up transitioning to an orthodontic retainer following braces or Invisalign treatment and, for some, wearing a retainer can be a lifelong commitment. If you intend to wear a retainer for longer than a few months,...Continue reading
Category: Braces
Going back to school with braces
The summer season has officially started and the prospect of going back to school in the fall is little more than a distant thought in the mind of students. But some kids may find their summer fun interrupted...Continue reading
Braces and BBQ food
As we enter the warm, sunny months and people begin to get time off from work and school, you can expect to see a few invitations to summer parties. You may even be throwing one yourself! When people...Continue reading
Whiten and straighten your teeth at the same time
When it comes to taking care of oral health, most people have one of two goals in mind. You may want to whiten your teeth or straighten your teeth. What happens when you wish to do both at...Continue reading
Are dental braces worth the investment?
It’s no secret that dental braces are quite the commitment when it comes to both time and money. If you have been considering braces and have seen mentions of painfully long treatment times and several thousand dollar price...Continue reading
Get straight teeth faster than expected
No one likes the process of getting braces. It can take months, even years for braces to finish straightening your teeth, and that time may be uncomfortable or painful for the patient. Yet though the treatment itself is...Continue reading
How often should you see your orthodontist with Invisalign aligners?
So, you’ve finally decided on committing to getting braces. But what exactly are you committing to? Sure, you know you want a set of Invisalign aligners and the promise of straight teeth, but you are not clear on...Continue reading
Why getting braces is so important
Whether you had braces forced on you as a child or opted into the procedure later in life, most people think about getting braces as a means to straight teeth. But why are straight teeth so important? There...Continue reading
Celebrities with braces
One of the biggest factors that prevents people from pursuing straight teeth via dental braces is the stigma. Bulky metal braces are frequently associated with children, movie villains, and other unpopular characters across media, and some of us...Continue reading
Can you take off your own braces?
For anyone that has ever had braces, there is no better feeling than getting them removed. There are a variety of reasons why you want braces taken off besides the natural end of your treatment. It’s no secret...Continue reading