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Malocclusion, or “bad bite,” is when the upper and lower teeth are not meeting correctly. When young, the jaw growth is a slow and

Most parents know that routine dental care should begin during the toddler years. But many are unaware of when orthodontic treatment should begin. According

Are you thinking about orthodontic treatment to straighten teeth or correct jaw alignment? Consider making your first step an orthodontic consultation. During the consultation

Having braces can present some new challenges when it comes to oral hygiene. Preventing tooth decay can be a big challenge simply because of

When coming to our office to have braces put on, you may find yourself feeling a bit intimated and nervous about the experience. We

Adults who need orthodontic care often share the misconception that they are too old for braces and would rather not deal with the embarrassment.

A palatal expander “expands” (or widens) your upper jaw by putting gentle pressure on your upper molars and is used to make the bottom

Keeping your teeth clean is more important than ever when you have braces! Food bits have more spots than usual to hide in your mouth,

It’s hard to believe, but July is already here and half of 2012 has already passed! As July 4th approaches, our team thought it