If one of your wires or brackets ever breaks, don’t panic. Simply cover any sharp edges with wax and contact your orthodontist so that you can get it fixed as soon as possible. Do NOT try to remove the wire or pull the bracket off.
It not just a cosmetic problem.
You've been thinking about straightening your teeth for quite a while. Maybe you put off a consultation with an orthodontist because you don't want to seem vain. Or, you think you've gone this long, maybe it's not that important. You've been feeling bad...
October Is National Orthodontic Health Month
With more than 1.2 million U.S. adults currently sporting braces, celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month by learning more about orthodontists and how they do more than give people a better-looking smile. According to MouthHealthy.com, orthodontics and...
Tips For Eating Halloween Candy With Braces
Tips for Eating Halloween Candy with Braces October is a month for trick-or-treats and candy, but eating Halloween candy with braces is tricky. There are many candies to avoid during orthodontic treatment. In honor of National Orthodontic Health Month,...