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How to Clean Your Tongue (And Why You Should!)

Do you brush and floss every day? Even if you think you have a flawless dental care routine, you may be missing an important step: cleaning your tongue. Bacteria in your mouth doesn’t only affect your teeth and gums. The same bacteria can be found on your tongue – top and bottom. To have a…

A woman showing off her braces with a smile due to having no more crossbite problems

Crossbite Problems & Solutions: How We Identify & Treat Crossbite

Do you think you might have a crossbite? If so, you’re not alone! Orthodontists often treat crossbites, which are one of the most common types of orthodontic issues. The severity of a crossbite can vary, and whether or not treatment is needed depends on the degree of the problem. If you’d like to learn more…

Get Braces Pain Relief with These Tips!

If you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment, you likely have experienced some minor irritation or pain with your braces. Despite their many benefits, it can be uncomfortable while you’re acclimating to your new braces. While the discomfort will lessen over time as you grow accustomed to your braces, there are some popular techniques for short-term braces pain…

7 FAQs About Adult Braces

Can you ever be too old for braces? In a word, no. More and more adults are getting the smile they’ve always wanted by adding braces to their dental treatment. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontists released data noting that 25% of orthodontic patients are over the age of 21. Just a few years…