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Top Ways To Ensure You And Your Braces Have A Good Relationship

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Having braces entails being extra mindful of your oral hygiene. Because you have introduced a foreign and semi-fixed body into your mouth, you want to ensure that your braces have a healthy…

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What Are Orthodontic Elastics (Rubber Bands) And How Do They Work

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Orthodontic elastics, also called rubber bands for braces, are applied to the wire to improve and maintain the alignment of the bite and teeth during the entire treatment process. They apply pressure…

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Are Self-Ligating Braces Better Than Conventional Braces?

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Many orthodontists prefer to use self-ligating braces over the conventional models for many reasons. While both serve the same purpose — aligning the teeth — there are benefits to the more modern…

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Foods That Can Damage Your Teeth

Keeping your teeth and gums healthy requires a conscious effort. In addition to following a regular cleaning regimen, you should also watch what you eat and drink. There are certain types of…

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Hygiene Tips For Wearing Braces

Because braces are not naturally part of your mouth, you have to be extra mindful of hygiene habits to ensure optimal oral health. In addition, braces are a major investment both financially…

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Why Are My Braces Not Closing The Spaces Between My Teeth?

What Can An Orthodontist Do To Fix the Gap? Having large gaps between the teeth can be, frankly, a huge hit to one’s self esteem and confidence. If you have this problem,…

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What You Need to Know About At Home Teeth Straightening

At-home teeth straightening kits can be ordered online and are aimed at customers who have minor to moderate crooked teeth or bite alignment issues, such as slight crowding or small spaces between…

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Studies Show Orthodontic Treatment May Improve Posture and Balance

Studies have shown that orthodontic treatment not only gives you a great smile, but can also improve your posture and balance. Researchers based in Austria and Spain have made a link between…

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Staying Cavity-free During Braces: Drinks to Avoid

Once your braces are fitted, you need to adjust your diet to get the best out of your treatment and avoid broken brackets or wires, and of course, to avoid cavities. While…

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What Are The Options For Replacing Missing Teeth?

Missing teeth can have many negative effects on our daily lives. It can affect our confidence as well as the way we speak, talk, smile, eat, and even build relationships. It can…

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