by Natalie Giles | Jan 14, 2025 | Blog
Several factors contribute to the state of our oral health. Behind brushing and flossing, our diet can have the greatest influence. But it’s not always clear which foods are best for gums and teeth. Dive in and find out. Importance of Healthy Gums Gleaming white...
by Natalie Giles | Jan 7, 2025 | Blog
While you can get braces on your top or bottom teeth only (referred to as single or one-arch orthodontic treatment), it’s only suitable for some patients. For most, it may not be the most ideal treatment plan. It’s not that common but some patients only need...
by Natalie Giles | Dec 31, 2024 | Blog
At what age should your child be seen by an orthodontist for their first consultation? As a parent, you may recall that you didn’t meet your orthodontist before your teens, however much younger children now benefit from an earlier orthodontic consult and in some cases...
by Natalie Giles | Dec 17, 2024 | Blog
One of the most common questions people ask when considering braces is: “Will it hurt?” The thought of discomfort can make some hesitant to start orthodontic treatment, but the good news is that while braces may cause some mild soreness, it’s manageable and temporary....
by Natalie Giles | Dec 10, 2024 | Blog
Orthodontics is used to improve or correct a wide range of dental health concerns. It’s the visible problems that people think of, including crooked and crowded teeth, but braces can sometimes fix the ‘invisible’ problem of impacted teeth. What is an Impacted Tooth?...
by Natalie Giles | Dec 3, 2024 | Blog
Today’s orthodontic patients have choices that patients of 20 years ago didn’t have, and one of those choices is braces vs clear aligners. Back then if you needed braces, there was only one choice. Now the multiple options mean patients need to work through the pros...
