Sore? Try a Saline Rinse
During your orthodontic treatment process, the inside of your mouth will feel sore from now and then. A saline rinse is a quick and easy way to manage your discomfort and promote healing.
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Oral Piercings & Braces
There are a variety of risks associated with oral piercings, and our Surrey orthodontists advise generally against them whether you have braces or not. But if you do have braces, there are some additional risks associated with oral piercings.
Orthodontic Wax FAQs
Orthodontic wax will quite literally make your braces treatment go more smoothly! here are the answers to a few of our most frequently asked questions about orthodontic wax.
Types of Retainers
Choosing to orthodontic treatment is a big commitment, especially considering the fact that it also means to wearing a retainer after treatment to hold or “retain” the results.
How to Store & Care For Your Retainer
It's very important to take care of your retainer and store it properly during times you’re not wearing it. Here’s how to keep it clean and damage free.
How to Clean Invisalign Aligners (Trays)
One of the benefits of Invisalign orthodontic aligners is that they can be removed, which allows patients to brush and floss like normal. However, it's important to clean your aligners, too. Here’s how.
What to Expect: Orthodontic Checkups & Evaluations
Whether you have braces or Invisalign, you will have to pay periodic visits to your orthodontist’s office throughout your treatment process, so that your orthodontist can monitor your progress.
What To Do About Lip & Cheek Irritation
Here are a few ideas and products that will help you cope with the lip and cheek irritation you experience at the start of your orthodontic treatment.
The Importance of Healthy Primary Teeth
Healthy primary teeth play an important role in the healthy development of children. They allow them to chew and digest their food efficiently, and contribute significantly to their oral development as they grow up.
What Constitutes an Orthodontic Emergency?
There's normal, day-to-day discomfort associated with wearing braces, and then there are true orthodontic emergencies. But how do you differentiate the two? We'd like to shed some light on this question here, and let you know what you should do if you do have an emergency.