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Back-to-School Hack: Teeth-Friendly Lunch Box Ideas

It’s that time of year again – back-to-school time! Gone are the lazy days of summer and instead it’s back to routines, schedules, and long days. It’s also time to get up earlier and get the kids ready for school. We all know that school cafeterias are notorious for offering kids greasy, deep-fried foods that…

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Are Ceramic Braces Right for You?

Getting braces as an adult can be an emotional decision. How will my family and friends react? Will this affect my professional life? Are braces necessary for a perfect smile? These are just some of the questions that you might be pondering. But, the good news is that there are many options now for adults…

Three Fun Apps That Will Make You Love Your Braces

Are you among the parents who want wearing braces to be fun for their kids? Well, nowadays it seems like there’s an app for just about everything, and that includes braces apps. Check out these apps recommended by Dr. Andy in Parma, OH (just outside of Cleveland). Your child will thank you for it. BracesHelp…

Myth or Fact? Thumb Sucking Ruins Teeth

Are you one of the many parents concerned about your child’s thumb sucking habit? Sucking on the thumb (or other fingers, pacifiers, or other objects) is a very common habit; about 80 percent of infants and children do it at some point. How warranted is the concern? Is it true that thumb sucking ruins teeth?…