A regular visit to your friendly Port Orange orthodontist might seem like a tall order, especially for younger kids who aren’t used to it yet. But whether you’re young or young at heart, you’ll need to attend occasional follow up appointments after you get your braces! The purpose of braces is to improve the alignment […]
What are expanders for braces? It can be tough to get clear answers about dental expanders for kids. First off, they’re called by all kinds of names online: Expanders for teeth, expanders for braces, and more. The technical term is orthodontic expanders, because they can only be placed by a trained orthodontist. No matter what […]
If you have been looking at alternatives to braces, you’ve no doubt heard of Spark™and Invisalign®. Both of these brands offer clear, lightweight alternatives to traditional metal braces. They are beloved both by adults and fashion-conscious teens. They are so subtle, your Port Orange orthodontist may be the only person who knows you have them! […]
We know – you have a busy life, and visiting the orthodontist can slide down the priority list. You’ve probably already heard there are plenty of advantages to starting orthodontic treatment early. Kids who get started earlier than their peers tend to see results sooner. They may be done with their braces in just a […]
After Halloween, Valentine’s Day is one of the biggest candy days of the year! And while it’s unusual for teachers to pass out too much candy in October, Valentine’s Day often gets a nod with a themed event in elementary schools. As the big day approaches, it’s important to know just which types of candy […]
When kids need braces, they’ll have periodic follow-up appointments with their local orthodontist. Luckily, there’s not much to worry about once braces are in place. When you visit Dr. Beauchamp, she will simply check on the braces to be sure they fit and they’re secure. X-rays or other images may be taken to make sure […]
Kids who play sports are often a little bit worried about braces. They wonder whether braces will get in their way as they enjoy their favorite pastime. Not surprisingly, adults have some questions, too. Do braces make a sports accident more likely? Will an accident be worse if it happens to a kid with braces? […]
Braces are the most common orthodontic treatment of them all, used by people all across the United States and around the world. They’re helpful for tooth misalignments, gaps, and a whole slew of other problems that can get worse without treatment! In the old days, braces were associated with kids. It’s true children tend toward […]
As a Port Orange orthodontist, Dr. Beauchamp welcomes children of all ages. Kids should see a dentist for the first time when they are about 12 months old, no later than six months after the first tooth comes in. Early dental visits are easy and fun, as there isn’t usually anything to be concerned about. […]
A visit from the tooth fairy is a fun way to add some excitement and anticipation to losing “baby teeth.” While some kids enjoy losing those teeth and getting brand new “adult teeth” in their place, it makes others fret. Kids may worry losing teeth will be painful or think they might swallow them in […]
