Can You Sleep With Wax On Your Braces?
Recently you had a set of traditional metal braces installed in your mouth, and the promise of straight teeth and a brilliant smile kept you motivated to deal with them. But you weren’t counting on the first few days being so uncomfortable! The new pressure on your...
What are the Results of Not Wearing Your Retainer?
Ahh, your braces are finally off! You can now reap the benefits of the long months of wearing braces and attending regular orthodontic visits. Finally, the perfect smile you always wanted is yours! However, while we dislike being the bearers of bad news, your...
Teenage Braces and Their Role in Teenage Orthodontics!
It’s finally that time. Your teenager has outgrown their baby teeth, and now, their fully grown adult teeth are wreaking havoc in their mouth. It is time to talk with a board-certified orthodontist about the investment and rite of passage colloquially known as...
Does Invisalign Hurt the First Day?
Whether through traditional braces or new aligners such as Invisalign, teeth straightening is never a painless process. However, any pain caused by your new aligner should not be unbearable, nor should it last longer than the first week of treatment. Luckily, there...