Teeth

Welcome to the fourth and final chapter in our “Healthy Smile Timeline” series. Let’s talk about a few special concerns that may crop up once...

Intuitively, you probably know that better posture is good for your back, neck, etc. But what you may NOT know is that better posture is good for...

WHY ARE CERTAIN CANDIES so bad for our teeth? One reason is all that sugar, of course. We know that. Here’s something you may not think about as...

Now, we know that we’re your orthodontic team, not your dentist. However, we want to help you have healthy teeth for life. And that job goes beyond...

Now that your braces are off, you’re ready to celebrate! Once again you get to eat those foods that you’ve missed so much! It’s easier to...

We understand that we're your orthodontic practice not your general dentist. However, as one of your lifelong health partners we’re concerned,...

No, you’re not the only one who enjoys sneaking a late-night snack. We know how it is. Some things just taste better after midnight, right? But...

Pregnant? Know someone who’s pregnant? There’s plenty to think about during this time! But while you’re picking out baby clothes and reading up...

Does your breath stink? Do you know if your breath stinks? What causes it? What can be done about it? Here at our practice we often get questions...

Under all that awesome orthodontic work we’re doing together, we’re well aware that there are teeth! And we’re always concerned about their...

You already suspect that energy drinks contain a lot of sugar, but at least they're not as bad as soda pop, right? You wouldn't be alone if you’ve...

Chances are you don't think much about smiling. It just “happens” once in a while, right? You hear something funny. You meet someone new. You...

A RECENT STORY IN THE NEW YORK TIMES has left parents worrying about their young children's oral health. Why, you ask? Tooth decay is on the rise,...

An often asked question here at our orthodontic practice is whether or not to use regular string floss or a waterpik during daily oral care. Its...

You may have heard about the odd temporary “teeth tattoos” fad that erupted in the East. Did you know that there are “dental artists” in the...

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CURIOUS about all the odd facts orthodontists like our doctors have floating around in their heads all day? Well, it’s your...