Straightening your teeth is a job best left to professionals; not yourself! Let your orthodontist be the one to come up with a solution for straight teeth. The popular trend of ‘Do It Yourself’ braces have exposed health risks that come with trying to align your teeth on your own. Take a listen to this Kansas City Orthodontist who explains the dangers of DIY braces.
Four tips for brushing with braces
Four tips for brushing with braces Keeping your braces clean is an essential part of the enhancement and healing process … but that’s not always easy. The wires and brackets used in orthodontic appliances can trap small food particles that you can’t get to all that...
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.org, orthodontics and dentofacial...
Fall allergies and how they effect your kids teeth
Every time the seasons change, allergy medications are top priority on our shopping list for the family. Spring is definitely prime time for allergies, but fall brings a whole new set of allergens. Some of the main triggers include ragweed, mold, and dust mites....