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A bright white smile is a person’s best selling point. When we meet a person or just seeing someone’s picture, we often times base our first impression on that person through his or her smile. A bright white smile always gives a good impression, not just for socializing but also in job interviews. Sadly, there […]

Taking good care of your teeth, gums, and mouth is crucial for overall health. That’s because good oral hygiene directly affects the rest of your overall well being. Good oral hygiene also prevents gum disease, tooth decay, bad breath, and a whole slew of other problems. From a very young age, we want children to

For many people, choosing the right color for their braces can be a difficult process. However, despite the potential anxiety, choosing a special braces color can be fun because people have the opportunity to make a personal statement. Very few people consider wearing braces fun, so choosing a color gives people a chance to feel

We all know that using tobacco can cause serious health problems. It does not matter whether patients choose to smoke, or use smokeless tobacco products, they are still damaging your oral health, and directly impacting their teeth. Plaque, Tartar, and Discoloration Everyone is familiar with the concept of tobacco use causing bad breath and the

Our society is remarkably revolved around aesthetics, and our faces are, many times, the most important asset when we think about healthcare and beauty products. Our teeth, for example, have an entire medical field dedicated to taking care of them, not only in an aesthetic level, but also helping with hygiene and preventing diseases. Whenever

When a patient visits us for a routine or emergency visit, we will often ask if they have been brushing and flossing their teeth. Most people will honestly answer this question. Other patients will not. How will we know? We’re professionals and know the ins and outs of oral care, and here’s what we look

Having braces doesn’t have to be a holiday bummer. Just because candy canes might not be in your best interest doesn’t meant there aren’t a variety of delicious, braces-friendly Christmas dishes for you to choose from. Here are a few of our favorites! Snacks or Sides Moist & Delicious Banana Nut Bread from Genius Kitchen

Pain caused by braces is only temporary and completely normal. To place your teeth into the desired area, you orthodontist will tighten, bend, and move the wires in your mouth at each visit which can cause mild discomfort. The good news is that there are plenty of at-home remedies to help ease this transition and