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Are you on the path to a straighter, healthier smile? Every patient has a different timeline, but typically it takes up to 12 months to refine. That’s 12 months of perfecting tricks, hacks, and all the tips in between. Here’s a list of our best hacks from both patients and professionals! Water picks are lifesavers. Dentists […]

Even if Denver’s heat feels otherwise, this weekend is the unofficial end to our summer. If you’re looking for some ways to celebrate, we have four of the best happenings in the state! First Friday Art Walk @ the Art District on Sante Fe Kick your Labor Day weekend off at the Art District’s First Friday

Time to figure out what to put in those lunch boxes! You want to add some snacks that your kids will think are yummy, but are also healthy, and tooth-friendly. From the crunchy, chewy, salty and sweet, here are some fresh solutions for a brand new school year. Yogurt Yogurt is a great substitution for

Braces are typically very durable pieces of hardware, but occasionally, a bracket or wire may come loose. If your braces break, don’t panic – simply follow this guide to temporarily stabilize your braces before scheduling an emergency visit with Dr. Speaks. What Causes Braces to Break? Brackets and wires can break for numerous reasons. Eating

Finding the right orthodontist is very important, so why should you choose us? Dr. Speaks creates the perfect, unique treatment plan for every member of our orthodontic family. Every mouth is different, every bite is different, and every patient takes their own carefully created path to a beautiful, healthy smile. Our patients achieve smiles they

Do you have problems biting or chewing your food? Do you suffer from persistent jaw joint pain (TMJ)? Do you snore in your sleep? If so, you may be a candidate for corrective jaw surgery. What Is Corrective Jaw Surgery? Corrective jaw surgery is performed by your orthodontist and an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. It

When people think of braces, they think of a mouth filled with metal “train tracks.” However, the options today include improvements in appearance, comfort, and results. Besides stainless steel, consider these other types of orthodontic treatment. Ceramic Braces Ceramic braces are a strong, budget-friendly option for patients who want to fix their teeth without the obvious

Many people who have braces will only deal with brackets, archwires, and ligatures in their mouth. But, for 90 percent of orthodontic cases, another important feature will be added – rubber bands. The Purpose Of Elastics Elastics, or rubber bands, are used in the bite-fixing phase of orthodontic treatment (the longest and most difficult part of

It’s one of the most common questions dental patients ask: “Which comes first, brushing or flossing?” And the answer is one of the biggest debates for professionals. In our opinion, it makes no difference, as long as you do a thorough job — after all, it only takes four minutes out of your day! Tip