Invisalign® treatment has revolutionized the world of orthodontics. Today, patients have a more discreet option besides metal brackets. As such, those who would never use braces are now trying Invisalign® braces. Who Can Get Invisalign Braces Can anyone use Invisalign braces? Sadly, most people don’t think they’re good candidates for this treatment. If you’re one […]
Important Foods to Avoid with Braces
When you have braces, it is very important to make sure you take care of them so that they’ll work properly. This means avoiding certain foods that could damage your braces or get stuck in them. Not only can these foods damage your braces, but they can also damage your teeth as well. Runnels Orthodontics […]
How to Maintain Braces and Clean Teeth
The appearance of teeth varies from one person to another. Some people feel that their teeth are not well aligned and would like to change the structure and appearance. To change this and other issues including filling gaps, under bites and overbites, dental braces are used. After getting the braces, one has to take care […]
What Happens When You Get Your Braces Off?
Getting your braces off is a big deal. Your teeth have moved into place, your smile is ready to be unmasked, and you can finally look forward to biting into a whole apple instead of having to dice it. Removing your teeth straighteners should be straightforward, but you can encounter a few variations in how […]
How Exactly Do Braces Work?
Braces are the go-to solution for crooked teeth, especially in kids and teens. No doubt you’ve seen your friends wear them and have seen how their teeth changed over time. Once you understand how braces work, though, you’ll find them easier to deal with. The Basic Process Brackets, usually made of metal, are cemented onto […]
Does Getting Braces off Hurt?
Getting braces is something many kids and teens have to go through at some point in order to straighten their teeth. Although it’s so common, there’s still usually some anxiety over how the whole procedure is going to feel. After the braces are put on, many people start wondering if getting them off is going […]
Consider a Carriere Distalizer Treatment for Overbites
The Carriere Distalizer was created to replace bulky headgear and is used to correct overbites in patients. It is used before braces are put on the front teeth to finish correcting the overbite. An overbite occurs when the jaws or teeth are not properly aligned, causing the upper front teeth to cover the lower teeth. […]
Do Wisdom Teeth Affect Braces?
The term “wisdom teeth” strikes fear into the heart of many dental patients. From what most people have heard, wisdom teeth are nothing but trouble, and are often only discussed when they have to be removed. You may be relieved to know, though, that wisdom teeth are not always so problematic. In most cases, they […]
Can’t Floss with Braces? Try Something Else
Some people floss regularly, others occasionally, and there are those who don’t floss at all. Flossing is, however, crucial to dental health. The mouth has lots of natural bacteria that break down food, but they leave behind a residue called plaque which can cause lots of problems if not removed. It can be tedious to […]
Snacks That Won’t Harm Your Braces
Wearing braces changes your life substantially, especially when it comes to dietary habits. Brackets and wires limit the foods you can eat, including snacks. You can only eat soft snacks and should avoid hard ones because they cause discomfort and increase the likelihood of damaging your braces. Nevertheless, you can still enjoy a broad range […]
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