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Apr
Summer Sports and the Importance of Mouth Guards
Now that spring is here and summer is not far away, it’s time for our kids to shift into outdoor mode, with sports like soccer, baseball, field hockey, lacrosse,...
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23AprRead MoreWhen Does My Child Need to Be Seen by an Orthodontist?
This is a very common question, as we now see younger children beginning orthodontic treatment. Let’s take some time to explain why that’s happening. The Canadian Orthodontic Association’s current guidelines recommend...
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23AprRead MoreTeen Invisalign
Invisalign is an orthodontic option that uses clear aligners to straighten your teeth instead of the more traditional bracket-style braces. Although it’s an option that’s often sought out...
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23AprRead MoreWhat You Need to Know About Invisalign
For many reasons, such as playing competitive sports or being an adult, Invisalign® is a great fit for lifestyle. Just ask Justin Bieber and Oprah Winfrey, who both used Invisalign® to improve their...
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23AprRead MoreWhy Do You Need a Retainer
You’ve been going to appointments, brushing carefully, turning down popcorn and candy for months and months while wearing braces. They’re finally off, and your smile is looking great. So...
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23AprRead MoreTips for Dealing with Bad Breath
ORAL HYGIENE IS VERY IMPORTANT WHEN YOU ARE GOING THROUGH ORTHODONTIC TREATMENTS. HERE ARE SOME REMEDIES FOR BAD BREATH. When you’re going through orthodontic treatment, oral hygiene is more important...
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23AprRead MoreIs There a Right Way to Brush Your Teeth?
THE ANSWER IS YES, AND IT’S EVEN MORE IMPORTANT IF YOU ARE IN ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT. In order to keep your teeth and mouth really healthy, you should be brushing for a...
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23AprRead MoreHow to Choose Healthy Foods While You’re in Braces
AFTER A VISIT TO THE DENTIST, CHOOSING FOODS THAT ARE EASY TO EAT WILL HELP TO KEEP YOU WELL-FED AND PAIN-FREE. Whether it’s a routine cleaning or you’ve just...
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23AprRead MoreHow to Enjoy Halloween with Braces
We know this is the one time of year when our patients want to pretend not to know about the rules for safe food choices and braces. We get...