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Helpful Orthodontic Care Tips & Advice from Our Orthodontist

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How to get your braces off in HALF the time

How to get your braces off in HALF the time I’m sure you weren’t always thinking - I can’t wait until I can get braces.  It’s not exactly exciting to think about having a mouth full of metal or plastic for a couple of years.  Sure, some people can’t wait to get braces...

Benefits of Oral Appliance Therapy for Sleep Apnea Sufferers

Benefits of Oral Appliance Therapy for Sleep Apnea Sufferers Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) can be very dangerous, if left untreated, and may increase the risk for stroke, heart disease and more.  Along with the dangers that are associated with sleep...

8 Myths About Invisalign

8 Myths About Invisalign 8 MYTHS REGARDING ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT WITH INVISALIGN1.       If my doctor does Invisalign they must be an orthodontist.  Any dentist can provide treatment with Invisalign with a minimal amount of training and knowledge of orthodontic...

10 Tips for Choosing a Great Orthodontist

10 Tips for Choosing a Great Orthodontist 1.        Make sure that your doctor is a university trained orthodontist.  Any dentist can offer orthodontic treatment without any training beyond dental school.  Only university trained orthodontists can be a member of the...

7 Tips to Prevent White Spots from Braces

7 Tips to Prevent White Spots from Braces One main concern many patients have when wearing traditional braces is that they will have white spots on their teeth once their braces are removed.  This does happen to some but there are also many ways to prevent them from...

Harmful Effects of Nail Biting

Harmful Effects of Nail Biting In addition to being gross and ruining your manicure, nail biting is quite harmful to your health and your teeth. Here are just a few of the ways nail biting can impact your health:Increased risk for bruxium (grinding or clenching of the...

2016 Patient Appreciation Announcement

2016 Patient Appreciation Announcement Thank you to all of our patients and families for choosing our office for your orthodontic care. We are honored that you chose our practice and to say Thank You, we are hosting our 2nd Annual Patient Appreciation Night on August...

Chronic Headache & Migraine Relief

Chronic Headache & Migraine Relief If you suffer from chronic headaches, migraines or clicking and popping of the jaw, the end could be in sight in as little as 8 weeks. There’s a new therapy available that helps target trigger points and pain associated with...

7 Tips to Ease Orthodontic Discomfort

7 Tips to Ease Orthodontic Discomfort If you have braces then odds are that you’ve experienced some slight discomfort along the way. Whether you have traditional metal braces or clear aligners, there’s typically a feeling of tightness after an adjustment appointment...

Could you have sleep apnea?

Could you have sleep apnea? Warning Signs You’re Losing Shut-eye to Sleep ApneaDo you routinely catch yourself dozing off in the afternoon? Does your partner constantly complain about your snoring? Are you feeling like you just aren’t sleeping well at night, even...