You may have heard that sugar can be bad for your smile. Is drinking sugary drinks like soda bad for your braces? Here's what you need to know about how soda affects braces to help ensure a healthy smile when you finish orthodontic treatment. How Sugar Affects Teeth...
Spring is a great time for a fresh start. One of the most fun things about braces is getting to choose the colors. But all the options can feel a bit overwhelming! Here's some tips to help you choose Spring braces colors that suit your mood, style, and the season....
When you’re considering orthodontic treatment, there are typically two main options: Braces or Invisalign. Invisalign is a great option for many patients, but you may have heard that it can't fix some issues. Can Invisalign fix an overbite or are braces needed? Here’s...
Love is in the air! It’s Valentine's season. Giving valentines and candy can be fun, but only if your valentine can enjoy the gift! Let's talk about Valentine's Day candies for people with braces to ensure that your special valentine can appreciate your gift. Is Chewy...
It’s officially winter and that means hockey, ski, and snowboard season is here! Nobody wants to be sidelined with an injury so here’s what you need to know about playing winter sports with braces so that you can stay safe and have fun. Can I Play Winter Sports with...
The summer is often a fun and seemingly magical time filled with sunny vacations, road trips, days at the pool, playing outside and enjoying the company of family and friends. It’s important to keep safety in mind while having fun, and to teach your family to do the...
Taking good care of your smile can sometimes feel like a chore, but what if it could be exciting and fun? With countless new oral hygiene gadgets on the market, you’re bound to find something to freshen up your routine. Once you try these dental hygiene game changers,...
If you often get a craving for spicy food, you may have worried that fiery feeling could affect your teeth negatively. Can spicy foods affect your teeth? Let’s talk about how spicy foods impact your teeth and what things you should be aware of next time you order a...
Trick-or-treat season is upon us! With all the free candy available, it’s important to be mindful of your dental health. Let’s discuss the best and worst candy for your teeth so you can keep your teeth healthy and your smile bright while still enjoying the holiday fun...
Do your teeth hurt when you venture outside in the cold? Experiencing tooth sensitivity or discomfort when the temperature drops is actually quite common, but thankfully there are some things you can do to alleviate the issue. Here’s what you need to know about cold...