Choosing Colours for Your Braces
Since you’re in it for the long haul with your braces, you might as well add your own unique touch with a little colour!
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The Pros & Cons of Translucent Ceramic Braces
'Translucent' ceramic braces are another great low profile orthodontic treatment option, if traditional braces or clear removable aligners aren’t right for you. However, there are a few important factors to consider before you decide to go with ceramic braces.
‘The Braces Cookbook’ by Pamela Waterman
Because braces tend to limit patients' diets, it's easy to get in a rut when it comes to braces-friendly meals. 'The Braces Cookbook' by Pamela Waterman offers 50 tasty comfort food recipes that are ideal for braces-wearers and their families!
How Long Do I Have to Wear My Retainer?
Many of our patients are a little dismayed to learn that they will have to wear a retainer after their braces treatment is complete. Here’s some information about retainers, and how long they should be worn.
How Can I Make Sure My Treatment Goes According to Plan?
Our patients aren't always aware of how much their approach and choices during their orthodontic treatment can have an impact on the final outcome, and on on how long it takes and their level of comfort during the process.
5 Braces-Friendly Dinner Ideas
When you or a family member has braces, it can sometimes make meal planning a bit difficult. Here are 5 delicious and braces-friendly dinner ideas that will appeal to children and adults alike!
Taking Care of Baby Teeth To Avoid Braces
The healthy development of baby teeth is an essential part of the healthy development of your child’s mouth. Taking care of baby teeth now may help prevent the need for braces later on.
Books About Braces - 'Surviving Braces' by Jennifer Webb
'Surviving Braces' by Jennifer Webb is a wonderful guide and resource for those going through orthodontic treatment. Inside you'll find lots of tips, ideas, advice, and recipes to help make your braces journey go as smoothly as possible.
What is A Palatal Expander?
Palatal expanders are orthodontic appliances that are used widen the upper jaw (the maxilla) in children, so that the upper teeth fit together with the bottom ones properly.
Books About Braces - ‘Smile’ by Raina Telgemeier
This week, we’re sharing ‘Smile’ a graphic novel by Raina Telgemeier, which is all about the challenges of being a middle schooler going through orthodontic treatment.