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A woman with braces holding her mouth due to cuts from braces causing pain

How to Heal Cuts in Your Mouth from Braces

You got your braces tightened two days ago, and now there’s a sore spot on the inside of your cheek where a bracket keeps rubbing. Or maybe a wire shifted slightly after your last adjustment and it’s been poking the same spot repeatedly. Whatever the cause, cuts and irritation from braces are one of the…

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Breathe Easy: Learn Orthodontic Causes & Treatments for Mouth Breathing

Breathing through your nose comes naturally – but to some, it’s nearly impossible! When your nasal airways are obstructed, your body’s response is to find oxygen through mouth breathing. Your mouth can pull in a large volume of oxygen at a time, which is why we mouth breathe during strenuous physical activity. However, chronic mouth…

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Yellow Teeth With Braces: Causes, Prevention & Solutions

Yellow teeth with braces are due to several reasons, including poor oral hygiene, consuming teeth-staining foods and smoking. With proper oral hygiene, regular cleanings, and guidance from your orthodontist, this can often be prevented or treated. Causes Of Yellow Teeth With Braces Several factors can contribute to the appearance of yellow teeth during orthodontic treatment….

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Can You Get Braces with Missing Teeth?

Losing a tooth is never fun. And you may be worried that it could also stop you from getting braces! Whether you’ve lost teeth due to injury, decay, or anything else, you may wonder: Can you get braces with missing teeth? Rest assured: yes, you can! We’re no strangers to treating patients with missing teeth….