Selecting The Right Retainer Your teeth have been straightened, your smile is worth showing off, and your bite is where it needs to be. Now it’s time to pick a retainer to keep all of that work in place. Retainers, which sometimes also are used independent of braces to fix the alignment of teeth, have…
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Your child’s decision to get braces is an important one — and one that will yield beautiful results when treatment is completed. That’s not to say, however, that wearing braces won’t be uncomfortable at times, especially after having the wires adjusted. Frequent follow-up visits with the orthodontist, usually every four to six weeks, are necessary…
The decision to straighten your teeth is an important one. Beyond cosmetic, patients with straight teeth experience improved oral function, a reduced risk for tooth decay and gum disease, and an overall enhanced self-esteem as a result of their transformed smile. Today, patients have many options for achieving a straighter, more beautiful smile. Among the…
It’s not uncommon to face new Senior Dental Care Checklist health challenges as you age, and oral health is no exception. The good news is that keeping your teeth and gums looking and feeling their best long into your golden years is possible with proper care and attention. The following senior dental care habits aren’t…
Whether you’re thinking about getting braces or currently undergoing treatment, there are a lot of things you should know about straightening your smile. Orthodontic treatment isn’t just about wires, brackets and elastics, however. There are many fun orthodontic facts to learn about braces and why straightening your teeth is easier than ever before. FACT No.…
Orthodontic retainers are an attractive option for dental patients looking to make slight improvements to their tooth alignment or those who aim to keep their recent dental work intact. Patients have more options than ever, and orthodontists use cutting-edge techniques to ensure retainers are as effective as possible. How do you know if retainers are…
The decision to straighten your teeth is an important one. Beyond cosmetic, patients with straight teeth experience improved oral function, a reduced risk for tooth decay and gum disease, and an overall enhanced self-esteem as a result of their transformed smile. Today, patients have many options for achieving a straighter, more beautiful smile. Among the…
Here at Burrow & Welchel Orthodontics we specialize in orthodontic care. As such, in many cases we run across those patients who require oral braces. There are always many different questions surrounding this treatment. We are often asked by those who are not our patients, do I need braces or does my child need braces,…
An oral retainer is used to help keep teeth in alignment, especially after a person has finished with their orthodontic braces treatment. These devices can be worn at night or during the day. To help you retain good oral hygiene you should clean your retainer on a regular basis. This is due to bacteria and…
If a thorough brushing and a breath mint are ineffective in your fight against bad breath, you may have a serious condition that, if not looked into, could cause detrimental effects to your teeth, mouth and gums. This condition is called xerostomia. More commonly known as dry mouth, medications are one of the most common…
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