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What does it mean to get my braces “tightened”?
People with braces always seem to talk about how they have an appointment to get their braces “tightened.” So what does that mean? Initial appointments- Wire changes In order to align your teeth, first we place brackets on your teeth (the little metal squares),...
Can I use my retainer for my teeth whitening?
You’ve finished your braces or Invisalign treatment, you have a beautiful new smile. How can you whiten your teeth?
When should I bring my child in for their first appointment, and when should he/she start treatment?
Today I am going to address a commonly asked question that I’ve touched on before in a Trivia Tuesday video- When should I bring my child in for their first orthodontic appointment? The American Association of Orthodontics recommends the first appointment occur at the...
“Will my wisdom teeth make my teeth crooked?”
The short answer: NO! We hear this all the time. An adult will say "My teeth were straight when I had my braces removed as a teenager, but then my wisdom teeth came in and made them crooked." Or we are asked "Will wisdom teeth make my child's teeth crooked if they are...
What are my food restrictions with braces?
Right before you get braces, it’s pretty common to go into panic mode worrying about all the foods you aren’t supposed to eat. However, I want to reassure you that while there are some things we recommend avoiding, life as you know it does not get put on hold for 18...
Which works better, braces or Invisalign?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions my Treatment Coordinator, Tennille, and I hear during a consult. The short answer is: it depends. A lot of people will say they heard that Invisalign doesn’t work as well, but that’s definitely not true. For most...
Orthodontic Insurance Explained
Understanding insurance when it comes to orthodontics can be a little tricky, but don't worry... it is not as complicated as it seems, and we are here to help! If you think that orthodontic treatment is in your or your child's future, make sure that your dental...
How do you become an orthodontist?
An orthodontist is a dentist who also attends a residency program after dental school. To become an orthodontist, you first must get a degree at a 4 year college. Then you attend dental school for 4 years. Finally, you complete a 2-3 year residency program...
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