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Tag: Orthodontics

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FAQs for Invisalign

Invisalign represents an advanced orthodontic appliance that might be appropriate for your situation if you want straighter teeth and an improved smile.  Today’s blog from

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November 23, 2021
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Braces

Orthodontics for Teens FAQs

Parkcrest Dental Group specializes in taking care of your family’s entire dental needs. We answer frequently asked questions regarding orthodontics for teens. What is the

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October 5, 2021
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Braces

Underbite: What Is It and What Can an Orthodontist Do About It?

  The jaw is a complicated part of the body. Its position can be affected by childhood behaviors such as thumb sucking, teeth grinding during

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October 6, 2020
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Dental Education

What Do I Do If My Retainer No Longer Fits?

If you have undergone orthodontic treatment, it is very likely that you were given a retainer to maintain your beautiful new smile. Sometimes, patients find

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November 22, 2019
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Braces

I’ve Lost My Retainer. What Do I Do Now?

Your retainer is a crucial part of your orthodontic treatment. After you have gone through months (or years) of braces, you want to be certain

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August 11, 2019
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Braces

The First Week With Braces: What to Expect

Nearly every patient who is recommended orthodontic treatment asks the same question — are my braces going to hurt? Anxious feelings when facing an unknown

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August 7, 2019
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Braces

The 4 Habits You Need to Stop Once You Get Braces

Adjusting to life with braces doesn’t have to be difficult. While there are certainly a few habits that new brace-wearers will need to break, these

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August 5, 2019
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Braces

6 Famous Brace-Wearing Movie Characters

Convincing your child that they need braces can be difficult for parents. They may worry they will look strange or that the process will be

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July 4, 2019
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Braces

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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