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One of the most exciting components of a braces treatment is selecting a band color. These bands are used to attach the wire, or archwire, to the brackets on each of your teeth. Drs. Savage, Sabol and Visser offer an…
Many patients who have undergone an orthodontic treatment grow inspired to become an orthodontist themselves. After all, orthodontic treatments can be life-changing, enhancing quality of life, overall health and self-confidence. However, there are a few major things to consider before…
Having braces immediately complicates your dental care, as you have to account for brushing and flossing around all of the parts of braces. However, with routine visits to the orthodontist, some patients gain the misconception that they don’t need to…
Perhaps one of the most uncomfortable parts of a braces treatment is pokey wires that stick into your tongue, cheeks or other parts of the mouth. If you’re experiencing pokey wires on your braces, don’t fear! This problem is not…
Retainers are an essential component of long-term orthodontic health, but they won’t keep your teeth straight if they’re not used properly. Below, we’re answering some of the top questions about these common orthodontic appliances so that you have a full…
Invisalign is one of the leading options for achieving straight teeth – but what do you do after completing treatment? Unfortunately, some patients fail to maintain their results because they don’t properly care for their teeth after completing Invisalign. Keep…
Invisalign is hugely popular among teens, particularly because it offers a treatment that won’t be visible on social media and in yearbook photos, or even noticeable by their peers. Invisalign Teen is the dedicated Invisalign treatment for patients in this…
Unlike traditional braces and other appliances, Invisalign makes it incredibly easy to continue eating the foods you love throughout your orthodontic treatment. Still, patients often have questions regarding exactly how they’re supposed to eat with Invisalign. Below, we’ll tell you…
Invisalign aligners may seem low maintenance at first. There are no wires or brackets, they’re easily removable and they’re nearly invisible while worn! However, none of this means that Invisalign aligners are maintenance-free. Just like you would care for traditional…
Invisalign offers numerous benefits over traditional braces, such as a nearly undetectable appearance and the ability to remove the aligners at any time. However, there’s one characteristic of the Invisalign treatment that is not much different from braces: the length…
