You want to do what’s best for your kids, and getting them braces when they are young is beneficial. This is the best time to get their teeth to shift and move so that they have the space they need. Wearing braces now also reduces the risk of teeth moving back to...
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Mouth Ulcers While Wearing Braces | 11 AMAZING FACTS
Facts about mouth ulcers. Many people wear braces to straighten and correct teeth. Even though they aid to make a dental correction, they can also have a negative effect. For instance, each time the braces are tightened, the patient tends to feel a lot of pain....
Is Orthodontics Really Only About Looking Good? | 9 ANSWERS
Everyone knows that orthodontics, commonly known as braces, help people get straight teeth. They do an excellent job of creating beautiful teeth that people can be proud to show off. Having straight teeth will actually serve more than just giving you good aesthetics,...
9 Terrible Effects of Vaping (on Your Teeth)
Vaping is not a safer alternative to cigarettes in the sense that it can have a negative effect on your teeth and your overall oral health. However, it does appear to have fewer risks in oral health than smoking cigarettes. Vape and e-cigarette devices are becoming...
Are Oral Probiotics Really Good? (5 FACTS)
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), as many as half of all adults may have some level of periodontal disease. That is a lot of people suffering from what is arguably the most serious chronic oral health condition in the country today - and most don't...
How do I Massage? (my Invisalign Aligners)
You know that you need orthodontic treatment. While you take excellent care of your teeth and your dental health is top notch, this will not resolve a misalignment of your teeth. Whether you are dealing with gaps or crowding that is keeping you from having your ideal...
Can I Request to Get Braces off Early?
When you look at your teeth, it's obvious that there are problems that brushing and flossing aren't going to fix. Your issues don't have to do with oral hygiene or the health of your teeth. Orthodontic concerns are at the root of your problem. Braces are the ideal way...
I Want Braces (Is Tooth Extraction Really Necessary?)
Is tooth extraction necessary for braces? Many patients looking into lingual braces are curious about whether tooth extraction will be necessary. The answer to this question depends on your unique teeth and your goals in orthodontic work. Dr. Adam Schulhof is an...
Bad Breath [What is the Causes and How to Prevent]
Often referred to as halitosis, Bad Breath is a common and treatable condition. It has been reported that 25% of individuals living worldwide will experience a foul, smelling odor on their breath in their lifetime. Unfortunately, individuals with braces can put...