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Are Your Retainers Supposed to Hurt?

Retainers are the last step in orthodontic treatment. After the braces are removed, a mold is made of your teeth. A short while later, you get your new retainer. Wearing a retainer is much easier than braces, yet it is…



Why Are Braces So Expensive?

The cost of braces is one of the most common reasons why people avoid orthodontic treatment. If they decide to get treatment, they chose to look for the cheapest place to get braces. Unfortunately, there are many downsides to this…



Care for Elastics with Braces

When you first get braces, you’re sure to have a lot of questions. Specifically, you may wonder how to take care of your teeth and gums, as well as the various parts of the braces. Elastics are commonly used for…



How to Prevent Bad Breath with Braces

Having braces can be enough of a challenge, and having bad breath with braces can be even more challenging. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent and manage bad breath while wearing your braces. What Causes Bad Breath with Braces? Braces…



Best Way to Clean Braces

You’ve always done an excellent job with taking care of your teeth and gums. When you have braces, though, all you can see is a maze of wires, bands, and brackets. By practicing a few new techniques, you can continue…



Clinical Limitations of Invisalign

Invisalign is quickly becoming the preferred treatment for enhancing the smile and the alignment of the teeth. For many patients, it offers benefits over traditional braces by providing greater flexibility in treatment and the absence of braces hardware in the…



How Long Does the Invisalign Treatment Take?

The Invisalign treatment offers many benefits over traditional braces, such as improved comfort, a more natural appearance and a greater overall treatment experience. However, many patients are understandably concerned that these benefits come at the cost of an extended treatment…