When you have braces, a good oral hygiene routine is more important than ever. Discover what our orthodontists recommend to ensure you maintain your healthy, confident smile!
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When you yawn, talk, and chew your temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is at work. Located on either side of your jaw, this joint connects the mandible (lower jaw) to your...
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Many things can change when you get braces, and the food you eat is no exception! Learn what foods our orthodontists do and don’t recommend during your orthodontic journey.
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Good oral hygiene is essential for maintaining a healthy mouth, preventing tooth decay, and gum disease. As the first part of your digestive system, food can get stuck in your...
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For a strong, straight smile, your upper and lower jaws should evenly meet. Correctly aligned teeth ensure a proper bite and healthier mouth, but teeth don’t always grow straight. There...
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Oral health is all about keeping a daily dental care routine, staying up to date on your dental visits, and living a healthy lifestyle. If you protect your oral health...
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Good oral hygiene is important during all stages of your life, but when you have metal braces, it can help prevent your teeth from getting stained, reduce plaque buildup, and...
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It’s not uncommon for toddlers to be a little nervous when entering the dentist office. It’s a new place with lots of instruments and strangers wanting to look inside their...
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Every child (and adult) loves to declare “no cavities!” after a dental checkup. It can be a moment of pride and relief for both child and parent. Our pediatric dental...
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There are many exciting milestones during a baby’s first year. We may be biased but seeing that first baby tooth is at the top of the list. Some babies might...
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Did you know the National Institutes of Health estimates there are about 700 species of microorganisms, including bacteria, that live on our teeth, tongues, and gums? Some of these microbes are actually...
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We all have different teeth sizes, different gum colors, and some even have what we affectionately call “gummy smiles.” Our gums are important for keeping our teeth healthy and holding...
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