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What Do You Love About Our office?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ February 1, 2013
From your very first visit to our office, we strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We are always updating our office with the most advanced and up-to-date technologies and methods and are here to get to know you personally and find out how we might make your visit a wonderful one! …
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February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ January 25, 2013
Each February for the past 63 years, our friends at the American Dental Association have sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health at a young age, and especially during your orthodontic treatment. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular visits with your dentist—even while …
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Patient Question: What Can I Eat With Braces?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ January 18, 2013
We love when patients ask us that question! Now that you’re wearing braces, it’s just as important to maintain a good oral hygiene regimen as you did before your orthodontic treatment began. The first few days in braces are going to be more difficult to eat than normal. There will be a slight discomfort when …
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Do germs really live on my toothbrush?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ January 9, 2013
The dreaded cold and flu season is here again! After recovering from your cold, one of the most important steps you can take to avoid becoming reinfected is replacing your toothbrush! Germs can linger on the bristles, and you risk prolonging your sickness by continuing to use the same toothbrush. Be smart – keep a …
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Apps to help you achieve those 2013 New Year’s Resolutions!
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ January 3, 2013
With 2012 over, we thought we would ask you, our patients: what was memorable about 2012 for you, and what are you looking forward to in 2013? Do you have a new year’s resolution or any exciting plans for the coming year? Here are the top resolutions for 2013, and some great free iOS and …
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When You Have an Orthodontic Emergency, We are Here for You
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ December 28, 2012
Millions of patients undergoing orthodontic treatment will not be smiling this holiday season, and not because they didn’t get the gift they wanted. These are people whose teeth and/or braces fall victim to the hard, chewy, gummy or sticky holiday treats. We know orthodontic emergencies are never convenient nor timely. If you are a patient …
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Season’s Greetings!
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ December 19, 2012
In this season given to tidings of comfort and joy, and as we reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask you, our wonderful patients: What do you love about the holidays this year? Being with your loved ones? Hitting the slopes? A clean slate for 2013? Opening presents by the fireplace? All …
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Need a New Year’s Resolution? How About a Healthier, More Beautiful Smile?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ December 13, 2012
2013 is almost here, and it’s a great time of year to get started on a lifetime of straight, dazzling and confident smiles. We are proud to offer some of today’s most innovative orthodontic technologies that can straighten your smile in less time than you ever imagined. Not only do today’s braces and other orthodontic …
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Where’s your bite? The differences between crossbites, overbites, and underbites
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ December 7, 2012
Did you know there is a direct correlation between your bite and your overall health? When your teeth and jaws are not properly-aligned, it may affect your breathing, speech, and, in extreme cases, even affect the appearance of your face. As a result of malocclusion, also commonly referred to as “bad bite,” your teeth may …
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Make 2013 The Year to Improve Your Oral Health!
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ November 29, 2012
Many of our patients consider the beginning of a new year a time to not only reflect on the year that was, but also to set personal goals for the upcoming year. How are you planning to improve your health and happiness in 2013? Because it’s never too early to start thinking about New Year’s …
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