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When is the best time to get braces?

There is no designated age for getting braces, being suitable for younger and older people. However, there are key issues to consider when getting braces at various ages. Below 10 Years During this time, a child has milk teeth. It is recommended that...

Benefits of Having Good Oral Hygiene

Good oral hygiene habits are something that should always be part of your daily routine, just like taking a shower or tidying your room. Even if you think you already have good oral hygiene habits, chances are you could benefit from making an effort to...

5 Reasons Why You Should Get Braces

If you want to enhance your smile with even teeth, consider getting braces. Braces are available for both kids and adults, and not only do they help you get a more attractive smile, but they can also prevent dental problems that could cause discomfort...

Whitening Teeth with Braces

For many people, braces are a must if you want a straight smile and a healthy mouth. However, braces can also lead to dingy teeth if you aren't careful. If you want to whiten your teeth with braces, it's important to do it carefully and to get...

My Bracket is Loose, What do I do?

Even if you take perfect care of your braces, sometimes accidents still happen. If you eat hard foods, get hit in the head, or even just bite your fingernails, your brackets could come loose. This can also happen through no fault of your own - sometimes...

Colored Bands to Suit Every Style

For many orthodontic patients, colored bands, or as we call them – Power O’s, are added for fun! They're replaced every time you visit the orthodontist, so you can switch them up to suit your personal style. Here are some fun ideas to...

Brushing: before or after breakfast?

If you're among those who are not sure if they should brush their teeth before or after breakfast, here's to getting an answer to this age-old question. While you may be happy to skip this activity and get right to the coffee and donuts, cleaning...

2019 Guide to Dental Health

With a new year comes the opportunity for some life changes, and now is the perfect time to start taking better care of your teeth. In particular, this means finally taking the time to seek out orthodontic treatment and get the straight teeth you have...