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The Importance of Wearing Retainers after Treatment

The Importance of Wearing Retainers after Treatment

Congratulations you have completed orthodontic treatment. Your braces have positioned and straightened your child’s teeth to ensure they have a lifetime of healthy smiles. Now it is time for the next phase of treatment which will keep those beautiful teeth in position – wearing a retainer. We will go into more detail on the importance of wearing retainers below. Keep in mind that when braces are removed, your teeth would want to move back to their original positions. Wearing retainers after orthodontic treatment will prevent this from happening.

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What Does an Ideal Bite Look Like?

What Does an Ideal Bite Look Like?

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People are often referred to the orthodontist because of an improper bite. While this is one of the main oral health conditions that orthodontics is designed to fix, you may be surprised to know that an imperfect bite can be used to describe several different types of conditions. For instance, you may have heard of overbites, which give people prominent front teeth. Alternatively, you may have noticed that your teeth seem all over the place, and certain teeth may even hit the others too hard when you chew. When you wonder what should a perfect teeth look like, you can learn the answers to your questions in this guide.

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Seven Tips to Brushing Your Teeth with Braces

Seven Tips to Brushing Your Teeth with Braces

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When you or your child get braces put on your teeth, your normal routine is altered slightly and you have to relearn how to do things that used to be simple everyday activities for you. Performing tasks such as eating any food you desire, talking without having metal braces in the way and especially brushing your teeth are instantly more challenging, but easy to overcome if you have a few tips in the bag.

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Does Age Matter When Getting Braces?

Does Age Matter When Getting Braces?

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When thinking about braces, we tend to think of a teenager who has a mouth full of brackets and wires when smiling. But the truth is that people of all ages wear braces which causes some questions to be asked. Is it important for someone to wear braces when they are young? Are there complications for an older person who wants to get braces? Is there a specific age for taking up braces? What is the best age for getting braces? Does age affect the success of braces? Am I too old to get braces? These are valid questions to be asked, and we are going to shed more light on this topic. 

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What Happens to Your Lips When You Get Braces to Fix Your Overbite?

What Happens to Your Lips When You Get Braces to Fix Your Overbite?

If you have an overbite, it can be really frustrating. While a minor overbite might not be much of a concern and can even be attractive if it creates a cute pout, a major overbite can make you extremely self-conscious. You can’t correct this kind of a problem with your teeth on your own. If you are thinking about fixing overbite issues, an orthodontic treatment is a solution. While you are open to the idea of seeking professional help from braces fixing overbite problems, you might wonder what will happen to your lips when you get braces. You can see the effect of your overbite on lips, pushing them out further. You would want to be prepared for the change after an orthodontic treatment.

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