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How to Cope With Mouth Sores From Braces

Braces are the best way to create a beautiful, straight, and healthy smile. Unfortunately, they often come with their own set of struggles. Perhaps the

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July 8, 2019
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Why You May Need Braces a Second Time

Many of us had orthodontic work done in our younger years and hoped we would be done forever. However, there are a few situations that

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June 28, 2019
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What Happens If I Get a Popcorn Kernel Stuck in My Braces?

Fact: Americans love popcorn. Americans consume more popcorn than any other country in the world. In fact, the average American consumes nearly 70 quarts of

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June 5, 2019
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Things You Can’t Eat When You Have Braces

One of the greatest challenges that individuals with braces face is the necessity to change their diet. The truth is there are just some foods

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February 21, 2019
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What It Takes To Become A Great Orthodontist

There may be a lot of orthodontists out there, but there are only a select few that are truly great. So, what is it that

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February 19, 2019
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Orthodontic Advancements

The world of orthodontics is always changing and advancing. There are constantly new discoveries that make this process easier for both the orthodontist and the

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February 17, 2019
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What You Need To Know About Braces

Though getting braces may seem like a daunting thing the truth is that most people need braces at some point or another. If you are

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February 15, 2019
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Why Are Retainers Important?

If you have recently gotten your braces off and are just getting into wearing your retainer, you might wonder if you can get away with

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February 2, 2019
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Thumb Sucking Leads to Tooth Damage

If you have teeth that are inadequately aligned and you sucked your thumb as a child, there is most likely a correlation. Thumb sucking can

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January 31, 2019
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