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Your Orthodontic Appliances

Your Orthodontic Appliances

WHAT’S THE FIRST THING you think of when you hear the word orthodontics? You probably picture metal wires and brackets with colorful elastics, right? But how familiar are you with some of the other orthodontic appliances available? There are quite a few of them, and...

Taking Care Of Your Pet’s Teeth

Taking Care Of Your Pet’s Teeth

IT’S EASY TO ASSUME that our pets don’t need dental care like we do. After all, wild animals can’t exactly brush their teeth, and that doesn’t seem to be a problem for them. However, it turns out that our pets’ teeth have a very different situation than the teeth of...

Debunking 8 Braces Myths
Dental Tips |3 min read

Debunking 8 Braces Myths

EVEN IF YOU’VE NEVER had braces before, you’ve probably still heard a lot of things about what they’re like. Well, don’t believe everything you hear, because there is some bad information out there. That’s why today we’re going to bust eight of the most common braces...

Why Do I Need To Wear Rubber Bands?
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Why Do I Need To Wear Rubber Bands?

WE KNOW THAT RUBBER BANDS are sometimes the most difficult part of having braces. They are, however, extremely important for improving your smile! Elastics work together with the brackets and wire in your braces to straighten your teeth and correct your bite. Rubber...

Know Your Orthodontic Hardware
Dental Tips |3 min read

Know Your Orthodontic Hardware

SOMETIMES, HAVING BRACES can make things feel a bit crowded in your mouth, but every piece of orthodontic hardware serves an important purpose in getting you the straight, healthy smile you deserve! Let’s take a look at some of the most common ones. The Main...

Keep Your Orthodontic Treatment On Track
Dental Tips |3 min read

Keep Your Orthodontic Treatment On Track

THE SUCCESS OF YOUR ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT is dependent on a number factors, like your orthodontist or how your teeth respond to braces. It’s important to remember however that a lot of it actually depends on YOU! So, what can you do to make sure you finish your...