Foods to Avoid with Braces This is a list of foods and other items that have the potential to damage your orthodontic appliances and slow down your treatment time. It is always important to be cautious and care for your braces so that your final smile can be revealed as soon and as beautifully as possible. Foods High in Sugar…
Dentistry makes a difference! Familiar Faces Wearing Braces A dental makeover may be easier than you think, and it can have a huge impact on a persons confidence and smile. Sometimes a simple bonding or whitening procedure can make a huge difference in a person’s appearance. If you ever considered changing your smile, talk to your dentist to see what they can…
Most parents know that brushing their kids teeth twice a day is important for dental health. Most also know that going to the dentist twice a year is important. But, here are a few things parents may not know: Cavities are on the Rise! According to the Center for Disease control almost half of children ages 2-11 have cavities on their baby…
We have recently seen an increase in decay in all ages especially young children. There are many things that put a person at risk for cavities. Some of them include: previous cavities dry mouth sugary drinks throughout the day snacking on sticky or sugary foods poor oral hygiene change in medication sipping on coffee throughout the day drinking soda…
While we can enhance a smile at any age, there is an optimal time period to begin treatment. For children, beginning treatment at an earlier age ensures the greatest result and the least amount of time and expense. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that an initial orthodontic evaluation should occur around age 7, which is about the time the…
