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Are You Using the Right Toothbrush for Your Braces?

Choosing the right toothbrush for your needs is not always as easy as it may look at first glance. There are many factors to pay attention to before you choose your perfect toothbrush. Many people wear braces for beauty and health reasons and it is important to keep your gums healthy during treatment.  What You Must Pay Attention

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Brace Yourself: A Beautiful Smile Sans Metal

Very few of us are lucky enough to be born with a dazzling smile. Proper oral hygiene and dental cosmetics take hard work. You can whiten, you can clean, you can be cavity-free—but you still might have some things to straighten out. No one particularly likes the idea of braces; we associate this heavy-duty orthodontic treatment with discomfort

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The Best Orthodontic Treatment for Middle Schoolers

Choosing the proper orthodontic treatment to straighten your child’s teeth is not an easy task. There are so many different types of braces to choose from, and your orthodontist might have a preference when treating your child.  The kind of braces you choose for your child will put them on a path towards healthy teeth for life. Braces

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Should My Kid Get Braces in Middle School or High School?

The timing for orthodontic treatment is different for everyone, and what one kid may feel comfortable with another might not. There are several things to take into account when going over braces options for your child, and including them in the conversation is key.  Developmentally speaking, most experts advise kids to stop by the orthodontist around age seven.

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Making Braces Fun for Kids

We know some kids may be reluctant to see the bright side of braces. They may be worried about the discomfort of orthodontic treatment or may be self-conscious about how it will look. However, orthodontists are making braces fun for kids by allowing them to express themselves and show their creative sides with their treatment. Kids, especially preteens

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How to Choose the Best Braces Colors

Braces are an important way to achieve that gorgeous smile you’ve always wanted. Most patients who get braces know they’re going to be wearing them for at least several months, if not for a year or more. But did you also know you can “dress up” your braces by adding a pop of color? From jewel tones like

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How Much Do Braces Cost?

While it is hard to put a price on a brilliant smile, we know one of the biggest questions potential patients have about orthodontic treatment is how much it is expected to cost. Let’s consider the cost of getting braces and what you’re getting out of braces. As with any orthodontic treatment, the cost of braces largely depends

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Good Breakfast Foods for Kids with Braces

Sometimes, it can be hard enough to get your kids to start the day off right with a healthy and complete breakfast. When your child has braces, it can be even more difficult to eat breakfast if their favorite pre-braces breakfast included crunchy cereals or tough-to-chew granola. Bagels are also too chewy and can cause extra wear and

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