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At Speaks Orthodontics, what your orthodontist recommends during treatment is exactly what you should follow. We put these guidelines into place to give you the smile you love as quickly and as painless as possible. When it comes to elastics, many patients forget to wear them, lose them, take them out and don’t put them […]

What Is Headgear? This orthodontic solution uses special appliances that operate in and outside the mouth to guide the teeth to a desired position. There are multiple types of headgear, and each is designed to work in specific scenarios based on the patient’s needs. The two corrective types of headgear are: Cervical-Pull and High-Pull The

There’s something about Memorial Day that makes us crave hearty foods and tasty drinks as we honor the brave men and women who served our country through their loyal sacrifice. We memorialize these heroes by partaking in BBQs and cookouts that are dedicated to their service. Although avoiding certain foods may seem in poor taste,

No wonder they call it TMJ. Who could pronounce Temporomandibular Joint Disorder anyway? To begin, let’s discuss the temporomandibular joint. This joint is like a sliding hinge and it connects the jawbone to the skull. Think about how often this joint gets used. Here are some examples: Each time you talk Each time you yawn

Underbites can have a generally unnatural look about them and can cause serious dental damage to anyone suffering from one. A relatively small amount of people have varying degrees of underbites, and only about five to ten percent of the population is affected by them. Here’s all you need to know about underbites and the

After you finish orthodontic treatment, we will fit you for a retainer. This maintains the new position of your teeth. Taking care of your retainer is important, because if you don’t, then you may require additional orthodontic treatment. Wear It Possibly the most important part of caring for your retainer is actually wearing it. We

Do you suffer from the discomfort and embarrassment of crooked teeth, also known as teeth crowding? The dangers of allowing this condition to go unattended go far beyond those two negative impacts that teeth crowding can have on you. In addition to discomfort and the psychological effect of not having a glowing smile, the condition

Everyone knows that wearing braces means that you are going to get straight teeth. Still, they may be a little uncomfortable for some, and the question always comes up: How long do I need to wear them? The truth is that it will vary with the individual and the dental problems that he or she

A healthy, glowing, and beautiful smile is something that we all strive for. Having a dazzling smile affects our overall confidence. A more radiant smile leads to higher self-esteem, a more outgoing personality, and overall better hygiene. Unfortunately, many struggle and that’s okay. If your smile isn’t as white and sparkling as you’d like, there