Thanksgiving comes Thursday, and we hope all our patients have a healthy and happy holiday filled with family, friends and your favorite foods. At M. Scott Runnels Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in Destin and Panama City Beach, we understand that Thanksgiving and the holidays that follow in December can be a challenge for folks with […]
Know the Different Food to Avoid if you have a brace
Braces can give you straight and attractive teeth. You need to take care of your brace so that they can work correctly. This means keeping them clean and in good shape. The foods that you eat can damage your braces over time. At Runnels Orthodontics, we want to help you get the smile of your […]
Do Ceramic Braces Stain?
Ceramic braces are great for patients because they are clear and less noticeable, but very effective at improving your smile. But some patients worry about ceramic braces staining. At M. Scott Runnels Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in Destin and Panama City Beach, we offer a variety of braces that will straighten your teeth, improve your […]
The Benefits of Straight Teeth
If you or your child has crooked teeth, you may be wondering if orthodontic treatment is a worthwhile investment to make. After all, orthodontic services can be expensive depending on the nature of the treatment, and you may also be concerned about the perceived pain and the amount of time the treatment may take. The […]
Braces Cookbook
With Halloween coming up and the holiday season not far behind, this time of year can be a challenging time for those who wear braces, especially children and teenagers. And it’s difficult for parents to come up with tasty meals that also are good for their braces-wearing children. The Braces Cookbook provides recipes that will […]
Laser Gum Sculpting
Sometimes gum lines in the mouth form too low or too high on the teeth, which alters the appearance and can make people feel self-conscious. Using a technique known as laser gum sculpting, cosmetic dentists easily correct the problem to boost a client’s self-esteem. At M. Scott Runnels Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in Destin and […]
Helpful Tips for Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner and costumed trick-or-treaters and their parents will soon hit the streets for a night of scary fun and candy. But for children who wear braces, Halloween can be a challenging time because they cannot eat some of the treats that their friends without braces may enjoy. Still, the holiday […]
Reduced Treatment with Acceledent
Orthodontic care is made fast and effective with AcceleDent, a service that’s guaranteed to give you that bright smile you’ve been dreaming of, with shorter treatment time. Runnels Orthodontics, in Panama City and Destin, is proud to offer this revolutionary service to all of our patients, giving them the results they want with up to […]
October is National Orthodontic Health Month
The American Association of Orthodontists wants everyone to know that October is National Orthodontic Health Month. So this is a great time to offer some fun facts and answer some frequently asked questions about the field. At M. Scott Runnels Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in Destin and Panama City Beach, our friendly team of professionals is […]
What to Expect When Your Braces Come Off
Finally getting your braces off will be a great experience – one you’ve probably anticipated for quite some time. But to ensure you get the best post-braces experience, there are certain things you should expect when the metal comes off. At Runnels Orthodontics, we know that you’ve been waiting for a long time – probably […]
