EATING ON-THE-GO CAN be problematic. But taking the time to think through... Read More

It’s hard enough to be a teenager without the inclusion of braces. Many people, especially young people, are scared of getting braces because of the way it might make them look. There certainly is a bad stigma that is still attached to people who wear braces. That stigma can hurt and scare young people enough […] Read More

USE THESE TIPS AS an outline of dental goals for kids and teens... Read More

So your child has crooked teeth. Or maybe they have issues with their bite, or overcrowding. Their orthodontist is on the case, ready to form the treatment plan. But which is best? Invisalign vs. braces is the question on your mind. Both options have great benefits, and it all depends on your child and what […] Read More

Oral health is an important part of caring for your child. As they grow, you should have a plan in place and consider when your child should have an exam for braces. The best time to do this is at an early age. As kids grow, their dental issues can rapidly become more and more […] Read More

Underbite refers to a dental condition where the lower front teeth overlap the upper front teeth excessively when the jaws are closed. It is common for teeth to be aligned abnormally. This condition is called malocclusion. An underbite can not only create an unwanted appearance with your smile, but it also can affect your Oral […] Read More

An overbite, sometimes referred to as a deep bite, is a condition where the upper front teeth overlap the lower front teeth excessively in a closed mouth. Abnormal alignment of the teeth is a very common condition, also called malocclusion. Oral health as well as your smile can be affected if you have this issue. […] Read More

Getting braces can be painful and there’s a lot of care and maintenance that goes into them throughout the time you have them. Before you get them attached, you may be frantically googling “what can I eat with braces,” and “what can’t I eat with braces” before you head to your next appointment. To help […] Read More

Getting braces is a rite of passage and dealing with the aftermath may mean some pain and it means some adaptation in your meal plan. Knowing what you can eat with braces is a great place to start! The days of being stuck on a diet of only ice cream and yogurt are long behind […] Read More

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