You still need to do things like brush your teeth while wearing braces. Flossing is especially important because it can remove things from your teeth that brushing and mouthwashes leave behind. You need to learn how to properly floss while wearing braces to prevent doing any damage. You want to floss one to two times […]
Orthodontics – A Brief History
The end of the year is fast approaching, and that’s always a good time to take a look back at the past. At M. Scott Runnels Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics in Destin and Panama City Beach, we offer the latest in orthodontic care for children, teens and adults. To learn more, or to schedule an […]
Adult Braces
Childhood is the optimal time for straightening the teeth. However, for one reason or another, people many times don’t make that choice in their youth. One reason for this is the high cost of braces. An average range of the cost of braces is $5,000 to $7,500. Braces are not used only to give an […]
Happy Thanksgiving
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 […]
