We all know it’s going to happen, despite the many, many times you said to your child, “Don’t forget your retainer at lunch!” And we...

If your child is heading back to school with braces, be prepared with these tips: Stay on track with orthodontic appointments to ensure...

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends visiting the orthodontist around age 7. By this age, most children have a mix of...

Orthodontic treatment is a well-worth-it commitment we sometimes split into two phases. In phase one, the goal is to help the jaw develop...

The day you get your braces off is a right of passage for many. If you ask anyone who has worn traditional braces what they most look...

Perhaps they’re with the missing socks There must be a parallel universe that contains all of our children’s missing items. It’s a land...

Have a musically inclined kid in braces? Your child can keep playing throughout orthodontic treatment, from flutes to French Horns and...

Orthodontic care, such as braces or Invisalign, can be a significant expense for many. However, several options are available to help...

If dental anxiety is getting between you and the smile you want, please know that reputable dental professionals will do everything we...

I’m often asked, “When should my child stop using a binky or sucking his thumb?” Consider that as you read this, your tongue is likely on...

Your smile looks great but your dentist tells you to see an orthodontist to correct your bite. But why? As the upper and lower teeth...

Many parents who had braces as a child remember getting impressions, a.k.a. “the goopy molds.” Good news: the goop is gone and 3D...

Share these tips with your child to keep them smiling into the school year: Eat braces friendly foods. Look for foods that aren’t sticky,...

There’s new technology in braces: until recently, traditional brackets used in braces have been one-size-fits-all. With 3D printing,...

If someone in your family uses clear aligners or retainers, they should be cleaning them regularly. Without routine cleaning, they can...

When one of our patients gets their braces off, we have a celebration. We play the Celebration song by Kool & the Gang, of course, and...