What Does an Eating Disorder Do to Dental Health?
EATING DISORDERS can cause many kinds of damage to the body, including the teeth. Oral hygiene…
Step 1 Is the Initial Orthodontic Consultation
THE INITIAL CONSULTATION is when the orthodontist assesses the position of the patient’s teeth…
Follow These Sensitive Tooth Tips
1 IN EVERY 8 Americans (including kids) has sensitive teeth. To understand why, we’ll need…
Let’s Answer Some Orthodontic FAQs Before the New Year!
WE HEAR A LOT of the same questions from patients and people interested in orthodontic treatment, so let’s…
No, Vaping Is Not a “Healthy Alternative.”
WE’VE BEEN HEARING for decades how dangerous smoking is to many aspects of our health. As dental…
What Are the Main Ingredients in Toothpaste?
WE’VE ALL HEARD of the active ingredient in toothpaste: fluoride. It supplies tooth enamel with…
Happy TMJ Awareness Month!
OUR JAWS GET a pretty constant workout between all the talking, chewing, and yawning we do, but those simple activities…
Take Care of That Retainer!
IF BRACES-WEARERS want to keep the results of their treatment long term, they should be carefully following the orthodontist’s…
Braces vs Invisalign With Your Orthodontist in Gilbert
THE QUESTION SO MANY of our patients in Gilbert are asking is “braces vs Invisalign: which one is best for me?” We offer both options for correcting orthodontic problems. When it comes to achieving a straighter and more confident smile, orthodontic treatments have come a long way. Traditional braces have been the go-to option for…
Don’t Take Dental Advice From TikTok!
UNLESS THE DENTIST is an active TikTok user, it’s not a good idea to get dental health advice from social media. We’ve noticed a lot of…