Colored Braces There’s no reason not to have a little fun with braces and getting colored braces is a great way to do it. You’ll have several colors to choose from with some of the most common being different hues reds, green, blue, orange, purple, yellow, pink, gold, gray, silver and black. It’s a good …
As the teeth move into different positions, braces can cause some discomfort, including slight tooth sensitivity, gum pain, and, in some cases, jaw pain. These things are normal, certain toothaches do require attention because they aren’t caused by orthodontic care. Are the Braces Causing the Toothache? The recent adjustment of the braces and the …
A certain amount of pain can be expected with braces as the teeth shift into place and initially a minor amount of tooth sensitivity, gum and jaw pain in some cases. Some toothaches however aren’t the result of orthodontic treatment and it’s important that they’re addressed. Are the Braces Causing the Toothache? Usually, the main …
Becoming accustomed to life with braces means, among other things, understanding what you can and can’t eat. You’ll need to adjust some of your eating habits, staying away from hard, sticky foods. Biting into hard or chewy, sticky foods can end up breaking wires and brackets, which, besides being painful, can end up prolonging treatment. …
Becoming accustomed to life with braces means, among other things, understanding what you can and can’t eat. You’ll need to adjust some of your eating habits, staying away from hard, sticky foods. Biting into hard or chewy, sticky foods can end up breaking wires and brackets, which, besides being painful, can end up prolonging treatment. …
Pretzels are not typically included in the list of acceptable foods that most orthodontists in Peoria recommend to their patients whilst undergoing treatment. But, we’re here to tell you that if it’s the correct kind of pretzel, you can still eat them. For instance, soft pretzels shouldn’t cause any issues if you have braces. Ultimately, …
If you look at the food list that most orthodontists provide patients with, you probably won’t find pretzels as a choice. We’re here to tell you that you actually can still have them if they’re the right type of pretzel. For example, eating a soft pretzel shouldn’t be a problem with braces. What this means …
Braces are considered one of the most effective ways to improve the functionality and appearance of teeth, creating a wide, attractive smile. It’s not unusual to experience some discomfort with braces, but after you get used to them it usually subsides. The following pain relief recommendation can help relieve the pain that braces can sometimes …
When people get braces, they cannot help but eagerly anticipate seeing their brand-new, gorgeous smile. In order to ensure that you get the results you desire, you must dutifully take care of your teeth. This includes brushing every day and paying attention to the advice of your Phoenix orthodontist, who will be there to guide you …
If you or someone else is your family has braces, you’re looking forward to see that new, beautiful smile. The thing is, if you want impressive results, you need to take care of your teeth and braces. This means brushing appropriately and following the advice of your Phoenix Orthodontist who knows how to help you …
Hello and welcome to the Friday Focus. My name is Dr. “O” from E&S Orthodontics, your Orthodontist in Phoenix, and today I’ll be talking about bimaxillary protrusion. I know this sounds like a big fancy word – it’s one that describes when the top and bottom teeth are flared out. The reason we thought …
Welcome to our Friday Focus. Dr. “O”, your Phoenix orthodontist, is here to discuss bimaxillary protrusion, which indicates when a patient’s teeth are spread out. I realize this sounds like a fancy word. We felt it was essential to discuss bimaxillary protrusion because, some months ago, when I made a video on why you shouldn’t …
Welcome to another edition of Friday Focus. This is Dr. O from E&S Orthodontics, your Phoenix Orthodontist. Today I want to clarify that, despite many misperceptions, orthodontic treatment is not just for children. The answer to the question – “Am I too Old for Braces?” – is this: If you don’t like your smile, regardless …
Welcome to Friday Focus’s latest installment. This is your Phoenix orthodontist, Dr. “O” coming to you from E&S Orthodontics. Today, I want to make it clear that, contrary to popular belief, orthodontic treatment is not exclusively reserved for teenagers, or even adolescents. The answer to the question “Am I too old for braces?” is this: …
Welcome to Friday Focus with Dr. “O”. This week’s topic answers the question, “Does Your Child Need Braces?” There are several signs that a child may need braces and they include mouth breathing, irregular loss of baby teeth, problems biting or chewing, thumb sucking, crowded or misplaced teeth, cheek biting, jaws that are recessed, make …