How Do I Get Baby Teeth to Come Out?

Oct 15, 2020

It can be tough to know what to do when your child- or loved one- has loose teeth; while many want to go ahead and pull it out, it may be detrimental, even damaging, to do so. Know that each mouth has 20 baby teeth and it is normal to start losing them at around six...

Can I Play an Instrument with Braces?

Oct 1, 2020

The best time for kids to learn to play an instrument is usually around age ten until 14; this is also commonly the age when children are fitted with orthodontic braces. Can you play an instrument when you wear braces? The answer is ‘yes’ though it may require some...

Ways That Parents Can Help Their Middle Schooler Thrive

Sep 15, 2020

If you are a parent, you may already know that the adolescent years can be tough- both on you and your child. It is hard to sit by and watch them navigate common middle school issues, including finding their own voice and avoiding trouble. Help middle schoolers...

Be Prepared: Braces Survival Kit

Aug 31, 2020

There is nothing worse if you wear braces than being away from home and ill-prepared; without the right supplies, you may find yourself uncomfortable or even experiencing pain related to your braces. Put in some basic braces preparation and know what you need before...

One Last Hurrah!

Aug 15, 2020

This summer has been unconventional for many families, coping with the restrictions and limitations imposed due to COVID-19. Before summer is over, plan and pull-off some memorable and meaningful family fun; try to involve the whole family and integrate some elements...

How to Prepare a Child for Life with Braces

Jul 30, 2020

When a child learns they will need to be fitted with and wear braces, it can be an emotional experience. Depending on how you, the parent or loved one, reacts and responds to the news can be quite impactful. Additionally, the way that you help a child prepare for...

Teen Struggles With Personal Hygiene

Jul 15, 2020

When it comes to teens, hygiene and grooming is everything. However, parents could be asking for a fight and cause conflict with their teens when they attempt to discuss hygiene life skills- or lack thereof. No parent wants their child to be perceived as unkempt or...

Can Orthodontics Help Sleep Apnea?

Jun 30, 2020

If you struggle with sleep apnea, you are not alone; it is estimated that over 3 million people in this country live with this condition. Sleep apnea is earmarked by breathing interruptions and loud snoring during sleep. It may require your practitioner or doctor to...

Children with Special Needs and Braces

Jun 15, 2020

There are distinct challenges in maintaining good oral care among dental patients with special needs that merit specialized attention and reinforcement. Since many of these patients rely on someone else for their dental hygiene, it is easy for caregivers to become...

Bad Breath and Braces: Tips to Prevent ‘Brace Breath’

May 30, 2020

People who wear braces may have a harder time preventing ‘brace breath’ or bad breath related to wearing braces. It can be tough to remove tartar and plaque that lead to halitosis when wearing braces, but there are some tips and tricks that help: Brush and Floss When...