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If you recently got your braces on or got them tightened, you’re likely dealing with sore teeth. This tightening is a necessary part of the teeth-straightening process, but it can be a nuisance. Luckily there are a few ways to deal with the soreness until it goes away on its own! Oral anesthetic An oral anesthetic will numb your gums …

Spring is here, which means its time for new seasonal rubber band colors! If you want to mix it up with new colors, here are some ideas that are perfect for spring. Home Run! Baseball season is here, so pick colors to match your favorite MLB team. Maybe blue and orange for the Houston Astros? Or, if you play baseball, …

Congrats on your new braces! Now, you’re probably wondering how to take care of them. You know how to brush your teeth – but now how do you do it with braces?! Kids with braces must take extra care cleaning their teeth and may need to adjust how and how often they brush their teeth. You need to brush after …

Sometimes, your braces will be uncomfortable. This is particularly true after any appointment when you get them tightened. The best trick to keep your mouth feeling comfortable, and to be prepared for any emergencies, is to always carry dental wax with you! The wax is specially designed for braces can coat the wires so that they don’t irritate your mouth. …

Retainers are necessary to help keep your teeth straight. But like your teeth, they need to be cleaned regularly so they don’t deteriorate or damage your teeth. Cleaning them regularly, especially after you’ve eaten, keeps bacteria from building up. You can also use these cleaning techniques for your Invisalign trays. Keep your retainers moist. Keeping them moist would avoid the …

If your first orthodontic appointment is coming up, don’t be nervous! Getting your braces on may feel like a scary thing, but it is actually a fairly simple process. Here is what you can expect. A week before you get your braces on, your orthodontist may insert small rubber spacers between your back molars to allow space for your braces. …

If you’re considering your options for braces, it may feel a little overwhelming. But each option has its owns pros and cons, and depending on your lifestyle and budget, you’ll be able to decide what is best for you! Metal Braces – These are the traditional stainless steel brackets and wires. Pros: Least expensive Most effective Allows kids to express …

Finding foods to eat that are filling, nutritious, and easy on sore teeth is no easy task. Here’s a tasty recipe for homemade tomato soup that is perfect for anyone with braces. Packed with vegetables that support good oral health as well as full-body health, you can’t go wrong! Be sure to brush your teeth after every meal to prevent …

If you’re feeling down about all the foods you have to avoid now that you have braces, cheer up! There are so many delicious foods that you can eat to your heart’s content! See if your favorite treat made the list: Dairy — soft cheese, pudding, milk-based drinks Breads — soft tortillas, pancakes, muffins without nuts Grains — pasta, soft …

Brushing your teeth while you have braces is definitely more difficult than it is without braces! Using the right toothbrush can make all the difference in fighting plaque and cavities, and ending up needing extra cleanings for your teeth. The best toothbrush for braces is small and flexible enough to move around your mouth and your braces. The best choice: …

It’s very important to keep your teeth healthy and strong while you have braces. While brushing and flossing are a big part of that, your diet is also very important! Here are some foods to add to your diet to keep your teeth strong. Tooth enamel is made of minerals, and different acidic foods and drinks may cause erosion of …

The main difference to remember when treating adults or children and teens, is that in younger patients the jawbones are still developing. For adults, these bones have stopped growing, which may mean the possibility of dental surgery to align the jawbones. Other differences include: Gum or bone loss (periodontal disease) — Adults are more likely than children to experience gum …

Did you know that all orthodontists are dentists, but not all dentists are orthodontists? Becoming a certified orthodontist is a long process, that involves many years of schooling and practical learning. Dr. Chen went through this training to become an orthodontist? Curious what it took? After graduating from college, a future-orthodontist must get a graduate degree as a dentist, and …

Halloween is right around the corner. You probably have your costume picked out, your pumpkins glowing on the front porch, and a fun Halloween movie on TV. You’re all ready for the festivities, but what about your braces? Celebrate Halloween with colored rubber bands on your braces to match the season! You could go for the classic black and orange, …