If you are a band student, you might be worried that getting braces is going to throw off your musical groove. Fortunately, getting new braces will only cause some minor issues at first, and you can deal with these issues pretty quickly—usually within a week or less. Braces technology has improved so much over the
FAQs About Getting Braces
Are you wondering what life will be like with braces? A lot of people worry more about getting braces than they really need to. Here’s the low down on what to expect when you get braces. Will getting braces hurt? It might be uncomfortable or even slightly painful for the first few days after you
How to Prepare for Getting Braces
Are you thinking about getting braces? Braces can give you the smile you have always dreamed of. There are many things you can do now to prepare for getting braces in the months or years ahead. Getting an initial orthodontic evaluation Selecting an orthodontist Contact your dental insurance company and learn what your benefits are Taking
Do People Tease You for Having Braces?
One of the worries that children, teens, and even adults have about getting braces is that they will get teased. Getting teased is no fun, and you might not be sure if the pain of having people laugh and mock you for the length of time you’ll have braces makes them worth it. There’s good
Getting Braces: 11 Myths Busted
You may hear a lot of crazy stories while you’re waiting for your first visit with the orthodontist. Friends may tell you that you’ll set off metal detector alarms with your new braces, or that you’ll be in pain for two years solid. There are more crazy myths about getting braces than horror stories about
10 Steps to a Winning Smile with Braces
We all have that friend with the perfect photo on every social media profile. The sparkling smile, the relaxed demeanor, the friendly eyes… it’s a little annoying, only you also wish you had a photo like that, right? So, what exactly makes a great smile in photographs, and how can you get one? If you’re
Braces 101: 5 Types of Braces
Ready for braces 101? If you’re considering orthodontic treatment for yourself, or you’ll be getting braces for your kids, you can get ahead of the game by learning the difference between various types of braces. Then, when you have the initial consultation with your orthodontist, you’ll be prepared to make the best decision. Why Braces? Braces are used
5 Tips on Cleaning Teeth with Braces
Getting braces means you’ll have straight, even teeth in a few years, but it also means that brushing and flossing just got harder. Cleaning teeth with braces is a bit trickier than it was before. You have wires and brackets in the way of a good brushing, and sometimes rubber bands and head gear. Bad brushing habits