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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

Some days, it can be hard to put a smile on our face. But, our smile is our best feature, so it’s worth showing off your pearly whites daily. So, whether you woke up on the wrong side of the bed or not, as we like to say at Speaks Orthodontics, “smile big…smile often!” Quotes That

Trying to figure out your plans for the Fourth of July? There’s no better place to celebrate than in Denver, Colorado! Between the sports games, concerts, and firework shows, this holiday is bound to be one of the best weekends of the summer! Independence Eve Fireworks – Before this celebration ends with firework, you’ll get to

“Will braces cause any pain or discomfort?” Since your body is not used to your braces, you may feel a mild amount of soreness for the first few days. This is to be expected! But there are ways to help the pain! Here are our four go-to tips to help patients during this time. 1.