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Can You Eat Toast With Braces?
Is there a way to eat hard foods without damaging your braces? That is what hundreds of patients look to find out each month. Today’s article will solve your breakfast dilemmas by answering this simple yet inclusive question, can you eat toast with braces?
What Is a Palatal Expander?
A palatal expander also called a palate expander or orthodontic expander is an oral device capable of promptly addressing crossbites or narrow upper jaws. Orthodontists have been relying on such appliances with success for decades, treating both children and adults.
How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush?
Using the same toothbrush for too long is bad for your oral health. Bristles lose stiffness and become a breeding ground for bacteria. Dental professionals recommend changing your toothbrush regularly, as even durable toothbrush heads won’t last forever. So, how often should you change your toothbrush?
Unlock the Ultimate Teeth Straightening Experience with SPARK™ Clear Aligners Release 13!
The new SPARK clear aligners Release 13 is a giant leap toward providing the ultimate clear aligner experience. With its proprietary Integrated Hooks, CBCT TruRoot™ Feature, and Real-Time Approval in the Spark Approver Software, Release 13 is set to dominate the market in 2023!
Ready for the Holidays? Check Out Our Christmas Colors for Braces!
Every brace can be customized to match your unique personality, with countless colors and color combinations to choose from. You can choose a single color or a combination of colors for your braces. Regardless of your chosen color, there’s sure to be one that expresses your personality and highlights your smile.
Relieving Your Braces Pain With Gum Massages
There’s no secret that braces hurt, but they’re essential for some patients’ dental health. Fortunately, there’s an inexpensive, easy way to ease the pain caused by braces. You can promote long-term oral health care and ease braces-related pain by doing gum massages
The Evolution of Braces: A Captivating History
Did prehistoric children fear the first dentist? The advent of lollipops revolutionized the way children were calmed down, but how did they do it before? Explore how previous generations treated dental health and aesthetics and the evolution of braces.
How Do Invisalign Bite Ramps Work on Aligners?
A common orthodontic condition, a moderate and severe overbite can lead to several oral health problems. Fortunately, a bite ramp can help you bite properly and fix problems with jaw alignment. When attached, bite ramps prevent patients from fully biting down.
How Do Bite Turbos Work?
Contrary to popular belief, braces cannot always straighten teeth on their own and they can sometimes substitute a problem with another. Bite turbos are typically used with braces and attached directly to the teeth to prevent the wearer from biting down completely once installed.
What Are Bonded Lingual Retainers?
Retainers come with their own set of problems, though: they’re unwieldy, unsightly, and prone to interfere with speech. As for removable retainers, they can be lost, broken, or forgotten. A great option for patients looking for a simple yet durable solution to tooth movement is permanent or bonded lingual retainers, which we offer here at Patuxent Orthodontics.