Sugar is the number one enemy of dental health. This is especially true when you have braces or other orthodontic equipment. As hard a habit it might be to kick, reducing the amount of sugar in our diets will help to reduce the damage it can cause to our teeth, with the added bonus of…
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Happy Thanksgiving! If this is your first Thanksgiving with braces, you may be worried about what you can and cannot eat. Luckily, a great deal of classic Thanksgiving dishes are quite soft, perfect for those with braces and other orthodontic treatments! Here’s a quick guide: Turkey/Ham – Warm baked turkey or ham is soft on…
For as long as humans have had teeth, people have sought ways to keep them healthy and make them stronger. “Orthodontics” is derived from the Greek orthos (“correct”, “straight”) and -odont- (“tooth”). According to the American Association of Orthodontists, archaeologists have discovered mummified ancients with metal bands wrapped around individual teeth. Archaeologists have also discovered…
Braces are a lot more common than you think! Tons of famous actors athletes, public figures, and more wore braces as a child or even an adult. Did your favorite celebrity wear braces? Faith Hill – She got braces in her 40s and even wore them to the Grammy’s! Miley Cyrus – She wore braces…
Are you stuck in the habit of biting your nails? It may motivate you to stop when you hear that it can be harmful to your orthodontic work! Here are four dental and general reasons to stop biting your nails: 1. It’s unsanitary: Your nails harbor bacteria and germs, and are almost twice as dirty…
Are you confused about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist? If you’re new to orthodontic care, it may be difficult to see why you need to have both. How are they similar? The main similarity between a dentist and orthodontist is that they both focus on oral care. An orthodontist can work in…
School’s back in session, and you’re ready with backpacks, binders, and pencils. While you’re getting your education back on track, you can’t forget your braces! During this transition back to school, it’s important to keep dental hygeine on your to-do list. Braces Care Kit It’s a great idea to take a braces care kit along…
Invisalign is a great alternative to braces that allows patients to get a straighter smile while wearing clear, comfortable and removable aligners. SmileOn patients often have many questions about Invisalign, so here are some answers! HOW DO THE ALIGNERS WORK? Every patient is given a series of custom-made aligners that are perfectly calibrated and fitted…
Now that you have braces, it is more important than ever to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment. While we trust you will continue brushing and flossing on a regular basis throughout your treatment at SmileOn Orthodontics, you also have to mindful of what you eat. While all those sweet, sour, and sticky candies…
You may leave your first orthodontics appointment with your head spinning – bite plates, expanders, brackets, what are all these things!? Here’s a quick guide to common orthodontics techniques and tools. Braces straighten your teeth. Brackets, bands, and wires characterize traditional braces. Braces are attached to the teeth, so they are not easily removable. Spacers…
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