Month: February 2024

3 Reasons You Should Take Your 7-Year-Old to the Orthodontist

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3 Reasons You Should Take Your 7-Year-Old to the Orthodontist 3 Reasons You Should Take Your 7-Year-Old to the Orthodontist

The American Association of Orthodontists agrees: Kids should see an orthodontist at 7 years old! Whereas the first dental visit is recommended within twelve months – as soon as the first tooth comes in – it takes until age 7 for a child’s teeth, jaw, and soft tissues to develop enough so orthodontists can spot the […]

Retainers: What You Need to Know

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Retainers: What You Need to Know Retainers: What You Need to Know

Whether you’re a kid or an adult, getting your braces off makes for an exciting day! The purpose of metal braces – and clear plastic aligners, too – is to gently move the teeth from a less healthy position into a treated position. This is done through the continuous application of a very small amount of […]