It’s official: you’re now braces-free! Congratulations! It has taken your braces months, maybe years, to gently shift your teeth into new positions that give you a healthier mouth and a beautiful smile. With the help of your orthodontist, you now want to...
Invisalign® has proved to be a great choice for Eddie. Growing up, he missed out on getting his teeth straightened. Now, he can accomplish his work without his coworkers noticing his braces. One evening, after a long, productive day at work, Eddie noticed a yellow...
It is a universal truth that we all cherish food, one way or another. Whatever the case may be, whether hiding away our secret candy stash or munching on healthy greens, we can never give up on the love of food. Eating our favorite foods brings us great satisfaction...
You may wonder whether you need to have a tooth extracted before getting braces. Be sure to discuss the pros and cons of having a tooth extracted for braces with your orthodontist before making your final decision. You might also want to research your dental health to...
We offer Vivera® retainers and Invisalign® aligners at Patuxent Orthodontics, but some may wonder why they go together. When one has a busy schedule or struggles to cope with daily life, it can be challenging to wear every type of orthodontic device correctly. Even...
You may find that your retainer is no longer fitting properly after some time. If this happens to you, you have worn your retainer in an irregular manner (or even not worn it at all), causing it to become deformed or misshapen. In most cases, the retainer will not fit...
