Braces might seem like a relatively new invention, but did you know that braces were invented thousands of years ago? The first recorded attempt of using braces to attempt to straighten teeth was the ancient Romans. Considering the fact that braces have been around long before our time, let's take a look at a short…
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If you’re reading this you’ve already taken your first step in a healthy mouth: getting braces! The next step in your road to your best smile comes by simply brushing your teeth. However, with the extra metal and plastic in the way this makes this process a little trickier, but not impossible. So, how do…
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How hard can it really be to eat with braces? Well, it’s not as easy (at least initially) as you may think, but it’s also not as hard as you might imagine either. Even when braces are put on properly (and they should be if you’ve gone to a good orthodontist) the extra metal in…
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If you just got braces on you may be worried about setting off the metal detectors at airports, your braces rusting, or even having to give up playing any wind or reed instrument. Luckily, we’ve got the facts to separate myths from reality including how braces stick to your teeth. How Do Braces Stick to…
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If you’ve just got your braces on, you’re probably realizing pretty quickly that there’s a learning curve to getting used to them. You may even be wondering how long braces take before you get them off. We’ll help you get up to speed so you can get back to life as normal without worrying about…
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Now that you’ve got your braces on, you’re well on your way to getting the best possible smile, but there are some things to keep in mind when you get hungry. Learning how to eat with braces can be a little difficult to start out, but you’ll quickly learn and get more comfortable. We break…
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So, you’re about to get your braces put on. Not to worry, the process is actually simple and straightforward although it will be a bit lengthy. Below, we’ll answer some of the main questions like “how do braces stick to your teeth” and “how are braces put on” so you are informed of what you…
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Although it’s more common to get braces when you’re young, many people would be surprised to hear there’s no age limit on braces. However, while you can get braces at any age, getting them done as an adult can require additional help in some cases. We break down what all adults should know before they…
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Is your bite normal? It might seem like an odd question, but finding out the answer could help you solve multiple issues you may be experiencing. Getting the answer may also lead to finding out how to get braces or simply just getting a single tooth alignment to help get your mouth back to feeling…
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Congratulations! Your braces have been removed and your smile is now the best version possible. Because you’ve likely had your braces on for a few years, you may notice a few stains and you’re probably wondering how to get rid of them. We break down some simple ways to make it easy to get your…
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