February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! Now is a great time to make sure your little one’s precious smile stays happy and healthy. Sometimes it can feel like a challenge to convince your son or daughter to take care of their teeth. Thankfully, improving their oral health can be as easy as adding a few smile-friendly snacks into their lunchbox! Your pediatric dentist explains which foods are the worst for your child’s teeth and which ones can boost their oral hygiene.

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Misaligned teeth pose a serious threat to oral health, and they can detract from your smile’s aesthetic potential. Still, you might hesitate to commit to orthodontic treatment due to concerns about cost. That is understandable, especially since braces or clear aligners typically cost thousands of dollars. Will your insurance step up to help cover the cost of your care? If your insurance does not cover orthodontics, what other resources can you use to get the treatment you need? Let’s discuss these important questions.

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The colorful elastics – the rubber bands that are usually attached to braces – are the best part of orthodontic treatment for many children. But did you know that there are different kinds of elastics that can be used? While they’re often tied to each bracket individually, some are actually linked to each other. How does this affect your child’s orthodontic treatment? Read on to learn how power chains on braces can make a significant difference when correcting your child’s smile.

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When your children gets braces to straighten their smile, you’re committing them – and yourself – to a treatment that could last for months or even years. How long can you expect it to last? How many trips will you need to make to the orthodontist? And most importantly, how can you make sure the treatment time doesn’t become longer than it needs to be? Here’s what you need to consider when planning your orthodontic treatment.

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One of the many joys of being a parent is watching young children as all their baby teeth come in to eventually form a full, happy smile. At this stage, it may seem premature to consider whether your son or daughter would benefit from early orthodontic treatment. However, in reality, many children as young as 7 can benefit from orthodontics, and not just to achieve a straighter smile. In today’s blog, we discuss functional orthodontics – what it is and how it could benefit your child.

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If your teen needs orthodontic treatment, you’ve probably done some research to see whether metal braces or Invisalign in Auburn is a better option. And while you’ve probably heard that Invisalign is a fantastic choice for many reasons, one of the first questions people have is, “How long will it take?” While the length of treatment varies from person to person, you may be pleasantly surprised to hear the answer! Keep reading to learn more about the length of Invisalign treatment and whether it may be a good choice for your child.

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While getting a straighter smile with traditional braces is a huge confidence-booster, they can do way more than that. If you’re suffering from crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth, or a misaligned bite, there’s one treatment that can fix it all. Your orthodontist can help you  improve your oral health and get your dream smile all while helping you maintain your professional image with braces. Read on to learn about 5 surprising benefits to getting braces besides a seamless smile. (more…)

Do you have a child at home that needs orthodontics? Or, maybe you’re looking for orthodontics for yourself? You may be wondering if there’s a difference as well as which type of treatment would work best for you. Thankfully, your orthodontist in Auburn has the answers. They can treat kids and adults at their practice for quality and convenient care. Keep reading to learn more about orthodontics for adults and kids as well as which option would work best for you.

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As a parent, you take every precaution to ensure your children have the best oral health. What can you do, though, if two or more of your kids need braces to correct their bite? While the thought of this can leave you feeling overwhelmed, there is help available. Read on to learn about the different payment options for braces.

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