Author: Nancy
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You Asked, We Answered: How Long Do Braces Take to Straighten Teeth?
Before committing to orthodontic treatment, you may have what feels like 1,000 questions on your mind. The most common one? How long will my braces treatment time be? While the average answer is about 12-18 months, the specific answer depends on several important factors. Keep reading to learn a few noteworthy ones!
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What Are the Benefits of Classic Braces?
It seems like there are more options to straighten your teeth with each passing year, so selecting the option that suits you best can be challenging. Even as clear braces are gaining in popularity, metal braces still have many benefits. As you consider your method of treatment, read on to hear from Dr. Fran and…
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How Are Braces Affecting My Gums?
Not all of us developed the perfectly aligned smile that we hoped for, but that’s okay. Today, you can get orthodontic treatment to help you achieve those straight pearly whites you’ve been dreaming of. However, many patients who have braces have been known to experience something that they haven’t dealt with before: gum inflammation. Read…
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Do You Wear Invisalign? Here’s How to Survive Cold & Flu Season
It’s officially that magical time of the year everyone looks forward to – winter! Although many are excited to reconnect with loved ones and celebrate the holidays, they’re also stocking up on tissues, hand sanitizer, and vitamin C. For those currently undergoing Invisalign treatment, cold and flu season can pose a unique set of challenges.…
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What Should I Do If My Braces Break?
While wearing braces, you may worry that you might accidentally break your metal appliances. The idea of a poking or protruding bracket or wire doesn’t sound like something you want to experience, but the reality is that if you’re not careful, it can certainly happen. But what should you do if faced with broken braces in…
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Which is Best for You: Invisalign or Braces?
You’ve been thinking of seeing an orthodontist to have your teeth straightened and have been doing some research online. At first you thought braces were your only option, but then you learned about Invisalign – an alternative way to make orthodontic corrections without metal brackets and wires. So which treatment is right for you? Both…
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Why Do You Need to Wear Rubber Bands with Braces?
Most people already know that getting braces means wearing brackets and wires, but less well-known are the rubber bands that are often applied at some point during the process. These additions to your orthodontic appliance can take some getting used to, but they do play a very important role in making corrections that couldn’t be…