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Braces can fix a number of issues from crooked teeth to a misaligned bite. Learn how a gummy smile can be fixed with braces.

Can Braces Fix a Gummy Smile?

They say your eyes are the windows to your soul, but your smile says a lot about you, too. When you hide your smile because you are concerned about it or self-conscious of it, that says a lot as well. Braces are used to fix a number of oral issues from crooked teeth to a…

Braces safe candy for Halloween with bags and a decorative pumpkin

Find Braces Safe Candy for Your Children This Halloween!

Life with braces is easy when you know the tricks! But when it comes to treats… it’s important to be careful! October means Halloween, and traditionally is a month where children are expecting to enjoy a lot of candy and special treats. Finding braces safe candy can be a challenge, so we want to make…

A growing child likely to experience thumb sucking effects on dental health

The Potential Thumb Sucking Effects on Teeth for Your Child & How to Prevent Them

Sucking on pacifiers or teethers can be soothing and entertaining for children. Even as they continue to grow, this tendency may not go away. When you take away these objects, they often transition to thumb sucking. While thumb sucking effects aren’t an issue early on, it can be a concern as they near the eruption…

Two young girls with one wearing braces

Is It Better to Get Braces Younger or Older?

When your child may need braces, it’s a big decision for parents to make. One of the factors that plays into the equation is timing – is it better to get braces younger or older? After all, people of all ages can get braces, so is there a rush? On the flip side, are there…