You may have heard that sugar can be bad for your smile. Is drinking sugary drinks like soda bad for your braces? Here's what you need to know about how soda affects braces to help ensure a healthy smile when you finish orthodontic treatment. How Sugar Affects Teeth...
Spring is a great time for a fresh start. One of the most fun things about braces is getting to choose the colors. But all the options can feel a bit overwhelming! Here's some tips to help you choose Spring braces colors that suit your mood, style, and the season....
When you’re considering orthodontic treatment, there are typically two main options: Braces or Invisalign. Invisalign is a great option for many patients, but you may have heard that it can't fix some issues. Can Invisalign fix an overbite or are braces needed? Here’s...
Love is in the air! It’s Valentine's season. Giving valentines and candy can be fun, but only if your valentine can enjoy the gift! Let's talk about Valentine's Day candies for people with braces to ensure that your special valentine can appreciate your gift. Is Chewy...
It’s officially winter and that means hockey, ski, and snowboard season is here! Nobody wants to be sidelined with an injury so here’s what you need to know about playing winter sports with braces so that you can stay safe and have fun. Can I Play Winter Sports with...
Another year is wrapping up and a new year is about to begin. The turning of the calendar is a great time to set new goals for a new smile and a new year. Here’s how orthodontics can help you achieve your goals and give you the smile you’ve always wanted. Resolutions...
It’s not uncommon for braces to break and sometimes it happens at the most unfortunate times, such as during holidays or on vacation. There are many reasons why a bracket or wire can come loose. It’s usually nothing to be alarmed about, but it is important to know...
When you have braces, enjoying things like the holidays can feel a bit more complicated, but it can also be fun in new ways, too. Here are some tips and ideas for how to celebrate the holidays with your braces so you can embrace the festivities of the season instead...
When your health is a priority, it makes good sense to exercise regularly. Exercise is well known for benefitting the health of your heart, lungs, muscles and nearly every part of your body. Your dental health is no exception. Here’s what you should know about how...
Whether your baby’s first teeth are just now erupting, or your child is noticing their first baby tooth becoming loose, you’re probably wondering, “When should I take my child to the dentist?” It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)...