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Foods to Avoid During Your Orthodontic Treatment
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ April 24, 2012
There are a variety of foods you should avoid while you’re wearing braces. Some foods can occasionally damage braces, but certain foods can bend the wires or even break the brackets on your braces. If you’re wearing braces, you should avoid starch, sugar and gummy foods, as these foods can be difficult to remove during …
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Top ten tips for keeping your BRACES sparklin’ clean
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ April 20, 2012
Keeping your teeth clean is more important than ever when you have braces. Food bits have more spots than usual to hide in your mouth, so you must be diligent in order to avoid bad breath, swollen gums, discolored teeth and cavities. If you remove plaque regularly during treatment, you’ll experience better results and shorter …
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Spring is here! Do we have your current contact info?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ April 12, 2012
Spring is in the air! As you probably know, you can always connect with us on our Facebook page, but we invite you to please contact our office with any updates to phone numbers and addresses, so that we may be able to reach you. We also encourage you to call us and let us …
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ April 4, 2012
Visiting your dentist during your orthodontic treatment will not only help keep your teeth and mouth healthy while you have braces, but will also help keep the rest of your body healthy. The fact is, every hour of every day in the U.S., someone dies of oral cancer, which is the sixth-most common diagnosed form of …
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Why do I need a braces adjustment so often?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ March 28, 2012
When you have braces, your wires will need to be replaced with new ones regularly. It is the slow, steady pressure placed on your teeth that move them into their desired positions, so these adjustments are a vital aspect of your treatment. We have set out a specific treatment plan to achieve your optimal results, …
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Am I Too Old for Braces?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ March 22, 2012
Orthodontic treatment for adults is becoming more and more common. In fact, the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996! More adults than ever are realizing that orthodontic treatment is not just for kids, and can help improve the aesthetics and health of a smile of any age! In society …
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St. Patrick’s Day Fun Facts!
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ March 15, 2012
Our team at Whitlock Orthodontics wants to know: Will you be wearing your green this Saturday? Whether Irish or not, millions of people around the world celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with toasts, parades and “the wearing of the green.” Here are some fun facts about St. Patty’s Day we know you will enjoy: • St. …
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Which questions should I ask during my orthodontic consultation?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ March 8, 2012
When you visit Whitlock Orthodontics for your orthodontic consultation, you’ll probably have a lot of questions. We want you to be prepared for your appointment and feel in charge of your orthodontic treatment decisions, so keep these questions in mind to ask when you come in for your appointment: How long will I have to …
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How do I prevent tooth decay during my treatment?
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ February 29, 2012
Great question! If you are brushing and flossing daily during your orthodontic treatment with, we think that’s great! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every 3-to-6 months in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing (and visiting our office, of course). Regular dental checkups are important for …
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President’s Day Fun Facts!
By Whitlock Orthodontics
/ February 23, 2012
Monday was Presidents’ Day, a day known for celebrating of both George Washington’s and Abraham Lincoln’s combined Birthdays. Presidents’ Day was created in 1971, when President Richard Nixon combined the birthdays of two of our most well-known presidents into one single federal holiday. Presidents’ Day also marks a hard-earned day off from work and school …
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