All that warm sunshine means it’s time to shed the winter layers and dark colors and opt for fun outfits, flip flops, and bright colors. Summer necessitates a wardrobe refresh, but did you know it's also a great time to refresh your braces? Here's how to make your...
Are you worried about a bracket or wire coming loose from your braces while you’re having fun? Have you ever wondered if you could break your braces if you tried? Here's a guide on how to break your braces (or everything we recommend you don't do!). We hope you enjoy...
Brushing your teeth well is always important, but when you have braces it becomes extra important. It can also become a little extra complicated! Here are the best toothbrush features for braces to help you give your teeth and braces top-notch care! Pressure Sensor...
Getting orthodontic treatment is a big deal! Braces and aligners can have a big impact on your life. These are 5 ways orthodontics will change your smile. We hope you'll feel as excited as we are about them after reading this list. 1. A Straighter Smile Many people...
Sometimes it can feel difficult to have braces, like when you have to turn down a special treat because it could damage your brackets and wires. It's hard to say no to candy on Valentine's Day! The good news is, not all candy is off-limits! Here's a list of the best...
It’s a new year with a new plan, but keeping New Year’s resolutions can begin to get tricky. When you make resolutions, you want them to stick! Here's how braces can impact your New Year's resolutions to help you make real changes that last. The Best Laid Plans We’ve...
Another year is wrapping up and a new year is about to begin. The turning of the calendar is a great time to set new goals for a new smile and a new year. Here’s how orthodontics can help you achieve your goals and give you the smile you’ve always wanted. Resolutions...
It’s not uncommon for braces to break and sometimes it happens at the most unfortunate times, such as during holidays or on vacation. There are many reasons why a bracket or wire can come loose. It’s usually nothing to be alarmed about, but it is important to know...
When you have braces, enjoying things like the holidays can feel a bit more complicated, but it can also be fun in new ways, too. Here are some tips and ideas for how to celebrate the holidays with your braces so you can embrace the festivities of the season instead...
It’s never fun to hear the words “you have a cavity,” but unfortunately cavities are very common. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 91% of Americans ages 20 and older have had one or more cavities. Thankfully, most cavities are preventable if you know...