Learning how to floss with your new braces is key to the success of your oral health. Braces make it hard to do a lot of things and you’ll be tempted to skip doing others just because it’s more difficult. But flossing should never be one of those tasks you skip in your daily routine! […] Read More
Unlike greater apes and other primates in general, humans have orthognathic faces. The human mouth is positioned behind the forehead, unlike apes and other primates who have prognathic faces—their mouths jut out in front of their foreheads and cranium. Prognathism is a medical condition in humans in which the lower jaw protrudes from the face […] Read More
Many dental experts recommend that you bring your child to an orthodontist for their first appointment at the age of seven. Treating oral issues is easier while your child is young and their mouth is still forming. When they become a teenager, it can be much more difficult to correct misalignment problems. It is easier […] Read More
If you just had braces put on, then you probably know the struggle to keep your breath smelling fresh and clean. As you get used to your braces it becomes easier, but until then, you can follow this guide to prevent bad breath with braces. No one wants to have bad breath! Be sure to […] Read More
Are you looking for a pediatric orthodontist in NJ? If you are, then you have found the right place! Our team at Bordentown Braces specializes in giving orthodontics treatments to kids. When your child reaches seven, you want to bring them to an orthodontist, not a dentist. Do you know the differences between the two? […] Read More
Intuitively, we know that good posture helps our backs, necks, and so on. But not as many people know that good posture can improve your oral health as well! It’s true. Proper posture promotes a healthy smile and can help prevent potential problems with your jaw and teeth. Your Posture in Class and at Home […] Read More
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that your child have their first orthodontic evaluation at the age of seven–and we wholeheartedly agree! We understand that taking your seven-year-old to the orthodontist may seem premature. But the reality is that there are several benefits of early orthodontics and having your child’s first evaluation early on! Keep […] Read More
The start of your day is key — brushing, flossing, other cleaning of dental appliances. Breakfast too! Start your day off right with proper hygiene and a balanced breakfast that’s good for your body AND your oral health. Scary Sugars Much of a typical American style breakfast is absolutely loaded with sugar. Pancakes, cereal, milk, […] Read More
You may have noticed that some dentists in New Jersey offer various types of orthodontic treatment. You may have then wondered why exactly so many dentists seem to offer the same types of treatment as these orthodontists. This is understandably confusing for people unfamiliar with the differences between dentists and orthodontists. So… what’s the difference […] Read More
Do you suffer from bad morning breath? Not to worry, it happens to everyone from time to time. And usually, your morning routine of brushing your teeth adequately solves the issue. But if you currently have braces, you may find that your morning break is worse and sticks around for much longer. If you’re worried […] Read More
