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What to do When You’ve Broken a Bracket
Don’t Panic! It’s not uncommon to experience a broken wire or a loose bracket when you have traditional braces, so there’s nothing to panic about.
How to Keep Your Retainer Clean
When To Clean Your Retainer If you’ve recently had your braces removed, chances are you have a shiny new retainer to keep clean. Here are
Thanksgiving Foods to Avoid When You Have Braces
If this is your first Thanksgiving with braces, you may find yourself wondering what foods you can and can’t have this holiday season. While most
How Smoking Affects Oral Health
Tobacco Use and Your Oral Health Most people are aware that smoking and chewing tobacco can have adverse effects on their overall health—it should be
Thumb Sucking and Oral Health
Sucking on a thumb or finger is a common and completely normal habit amongst babies and young children, developing even before they’re born. While holding
5 Things No One Tells You About Having Braces
What They Don’t Tell You Before getting braces, you’ve probably heard stories of the pain after tightenings, busted brackets, and rubber bands—but, what about the
