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 …
Tasty Braces-Friendly Recipe
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 …
Foods You Can Eat With Braces
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 …
The Right Toothbrush for Braces
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: …
Foods That Are Great For Your Teeth
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 Difference Between Orthodontics for Adults vs. Children
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 …
Steps to Becoming at Orthodontist
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 …
Personalize Your Braces For Halloween!
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, …
School Lunches with Braces
Packing school lunches can be hard, especially when your child has braces! Apples, carrots, pretzels, and other crunchy snacks are a no-go, which can be tough on the menu. Biting directly into an apple, for example, can cause the front brackets or wires to pop off. That’s why you need to only pack very soft foods. Yogurt, oatmeal, puddings, baked …
How To Pay For Braces
One of the major concerns many new patients have is the cost of braces. The price can vary greatly based on type and length of treatment, but at True Image, we never want finances to stand in the way between you and a gorgeous smile. We offer affordable treatment that fits your budget. After your complimentary consultation, our treatment coordinator …
Early Orthodontics Treatment
When you think of orthodontic treatment, you may automatically assume that it only relates to older children and teens with alignment and spacing issues. But this isn’t the case: Orthodontic treatment at True Image Orthodontics offers many benefits when applied at a young age. By considering orthodontic treatment at a younger age, our staff are able to identify your child’s …
Common Orthodontics Myths
In the world of orthodontics, there are many misconceptions. We want to calm your fears and clear up some things you may have heard. If you have any further questions, do not hesitate to call the True Image office! Misconception #1: My orthodontist is just like my family dentist. The Truth: While it is true that the goal of both …
The Effects of Sugar On Teeth
During the summer months, you might be tempted to snack on popsicles, ice cream, and candy. While these sweet treats may taste delicious, you need to be careful. While natural fruit popsicles are fine, lots of added sugar can be bad for your teeth. Tooth decay and cavities can happen while you have braces, but they can be much more …
Summer Vacations with Braces
We hope you are enjoying this summer! As you swim, play, and travel through these warm months, a few questions may have come up for you. Here are some tips to handle summer vacation with braces! Scheduling Appointments Uh oh! You’re looking at the calendar and realize you’ve schedule a family trip during someone’s orthodontics appointment. No problem – give …
How To Floss With Braces
Flossing is extremely important to do regularly while you have braces. It can be easy to get food stuck in your teeth with braces, and if it gets stuck for too long, it can result in tooth decay and cavities. Keep your teeth healthy with regular flossing! But hen you first get braces, you might have one important question – …