M. Scott Runnels D.M.D., P.A.

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Oral Hygiene with Braces

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It’s critical that children with braces maintain a high level of dental hygiene. You may have noticed the anxiety in children with braces, who perhaps ask themselves, “Does it hurt when you get braces off?” or “Can you eat pizza with braces?” As a parent, you should help your child keep their teeth clean and […]

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What Will I Look Like with Braces? What to Expect if you have a brace

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You are used to the way your smile looks every time you look at yourself in the mirror. When people want to improve the appearance of their teeth, orthodontics is an automatic choice. However, before you decide to undergo the treatment, you will most likely ask yourself, “How will I look with braces?” An orthodontics […]

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What Happens When You Get Your Braces Off?

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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 […]

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How Exactly Do Braces Work?

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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 […]

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Do Wisdom Teeth Affect Braces?

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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 […]

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Snacks That Won’t Harm Your Braces

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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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How to Avoid Bad Breath with Braces

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If you’re suffering from bad breath with braces, you might be wondering what the cause is and how you can make it go away. Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is caused by a bacteria in the mouth that attaches to the surfaces on the inside. Thus, when you have braces, there are more surfaces […]

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Do Braces Hurt?

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One of the most frequent questions people ask about braces is, “Do they hurt?” The honest answer is, usually, no. Getting braces is almost painless and stress-free. Therefore, do not be anxious about your placement appointment. You will only experience mild soreness or discomfort for the first few days after your brackets and wires are […]

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Invisalign vs. Traditional Braces: What You Need to Know

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When choosing orthodontic treatment for both kids and adults today, there are two common options: braces and Invisalign®. Invisalign® is a relatively new treatment that wasn’t an available option just a few decades ago, but now orthodontic patients have much more choice when it comes to their treatment. It can be difficult to decide which […]

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Can You Eat Pizza With Braces? Know some tips to still enjoy pizza

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Braces that use cemented brackets on each tooth are effective, but they require dietary changes lest you break off a bracket. After you get braces, you’ll hear constantly about avoiding nuts, hard candies, and more, but one more food could need some attention: pizza. So, can you eat pizza with braces? In general, yes, you […]

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4399 Commons Dr. E, Suite 100A
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