Orthodontist News
White Spots and Other Dental Stains
FORMER AND CURRENT braces-wearers know firsthand how much of an effect a few pieces of metal can have on a smile with the help of a skilled orthodontist. It’s pretty incredible, but how does this process actually work? What do the different parts of the appliance do, and how do the tissues of the mouth respond? […]
How to Take Care of Your Retainer
THE SAME KIND of bacteria, plaque, and tartar that accumulates on our teeth can also build up on our retainers. That’s why our retainers need to be cleaned as often as our teeth to keep them in good condition (and not full of funky smells). Daily Retainer Cleaning Depending on the type of retainer, the cleaning […]
What to Pack in Your Braces Care Kit
HAVING BRACES CAN affect your daily life in a lot of small and unexpected ways. The best way to prepare for them and minimize any inconveniences that can result is to keep a braces care kit handy anywhere you go. There are several items that should be in any braces care kit. 1. Water Bottle The […]
Have a Speech Problem? Braces Could Help.
BEING ABLE TO enunciate and speak clearly depends on several things. Speech disorders can happen because of a hearing impairment, genetics, or a cleft palate, but another cause that might not seem as obvious is the position of the teeth! Let’s take a closer look at the ways that speech pathology and orthodontic treatment can overlap. […]
Water Activities and Your Teeth
TO THE AVID swimmers out there, you may have noticed that your teeth are at their most sensitive after you get out of the pool. It’s not something that’s obvious after just one afternoon at the lap pool, but endless swimming time can take a toll on our teeth. Swimmer’s Calculus: Enamel Erosion from Pool Chlorine […]
