How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces

How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces

We have all been told that it's important to brush your teeth for two minutes at least twice a day. But it can be tough to thoroughly clean their teeth if you brush your teeth with braces. In this article, we will give you some tips on how to brush your teeth with...

Invisalign for Adults: 3 Key Benefits

Invisalign for Adults: 3 Key Benefits

Looking to adjust your teeth for the first time in adulthood? Invisalign for adults is the way to go. They’re invisible aligners that don’t hurt, come on and off to eat, and won’t cramp your style. Learn more about having Invisalign as an adult and why it’ll make you...

Simple Things Anyone Can Do To Keep Their Smile Bright and White

Simple Things Anyone Can Do To Keep Their Smile Bright and White

Sometimes it can be very expensive and a lot of trouble to whiten your teeth. There is plenty of technology that can whiten your teeth and keep your smile bright, but also check into other methods as well.    Your teeth can become stained for many reasons such as...

Easy Way to Remember to Floss

Easy Way to Remember to Floss

Flossing is vital for your oral health, but it is easily overlooked or forgotten about. One simple way to remind yourself to floss more is to create a habit of it. Making a habit of flossing removes plaque, helping to prevent the buildup of plaque, which can lead to...

How To Properly Take Care of Your Retainer

How To Properly Take Care of Your Retainer

If you are someone who recently got their braces or Invisalign taken off and your teeth-straightening treatment is complete, then it is time for a custom retainer to be made for your teeth to stay straight. Custom dental retainers are usually made by taking a mold of...

The Effects Of Thumb Sucking And How To Stop

The Effects Of Thumb Sucking And How To Stop

If you or your child sucks their thumb, then unfortunately we have some bad news, thumb sucking is not only very unhygienic, but it is also terrible for the health of your teeth and mouth. There are multiple negative side effects of sucking your thumb, so we'll be...

Benefits Of Dental Retainers: What You Need To Know

Benefits Of Dental Retainers: What You Need To Know

Dental retainers are an absolute essential if you are someone who has had braces or Invisalign in the past. Following the completion of treatment of your braces or Invisalign, your orthodontist will make a custom dental retainer for you to wear. For the first year...

Which Is Better: Braces Or Invisalign?

Which Is Better: Braces Or Invisalign?

Braces Braces usually need to stay on the patient's teeth for anywhere between a year and a half to 3 years. The process for the patient's teeth to become straight doesn't take as long as it would with Invisalign because the braces stay on 24/7 and can align teeth...

What Makes Invisalign Effective?

What Makes Invisalign Effective?

You may be considering Invisalign for yourself or your child. If you are unfamiliar with what makes Invisalign effective, here are some tips on what sets Invisalign apart.   Durability and Visual Appeal   The visual appeal of Invisalign adjustments are...

Which Sports Recommend Mouthguards?

Which Sports Recommend Mouthguards?

Mouthguards are rarely ever officially required, but they are crucial to contact sports. Here are a few sports that if you or your child are playing, should consider getting a mouthguard for.   Football - Football is a clear-cut candidate for full-time mouthguard...

The Difference Between Invisalign and Other Clear Aligners

The Difference Between Invisalign and Other Clear Aligners

There are many clear aligners— also known as alignment trays— available on the market these days. From services that will mail you aligners every few weeks to ones that provide the entire course of aligners to straighten your teeth at once, there are many options for...

Lingual, Metal, Clear: Which Braces are Best for My Child?

Lingual, Metal, Clear: Which Braces are Best for My Child?

All braces virtually accomplish the same result, they just take different routes in terms of appearance to suit the desire and budget of each patient. Each form of braces has its place for the right patient depending on what kind of care and upkeep they expect out of...