A 2014 survey by the American Association of Orthodontists found that 27% of all US and Canadian patients seeking orthodontia are adults. Most state their biggest regret was not getting braces sooner.  There are many reasons why adult braces are becoming more popular. For some it’s cosmetic but often there are myriad health reasons for …

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At what age should child have orthodontic consult? You may be surprised to learn that it’s very important and should be done around their 7th birthday. While most problems can be successfully managed at a later age, Dr. Whitlock has special training in early orthodontic treatment and can determine the best time for your child. …

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¿A qué edad debe consultar el niño la ortodoncia? Podría sorprenderle saber que es muy importante y debería hacerlo alrededor de su cumpleaños número 7. Mientras que muchos problemas pueden tratarse exitosamente a una edad más tardía, el Dr. Whitlock tiene un entrenamiento especial en ortodoncia temprana, y puede determinar cuál es el mejor momento …

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There is an alarming trend taking place in the world of orthodontics right now. According to a study released in early 2017, about 13 percent of the orthodontists who belong to the American Association of Orthodontists have reported seeing patients who have attempted DIY teeth straightening in recent years. Trying to straighten your teeth on your own …

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Over five million people have used Invisalign to improve their smiles. Considering the orthodontics treatment for straightening teeth can be more comfortable than wearing traditional braces, it’s easy to see why it’s a very popular option. But using Invisalign isn’t maintenance-free. The trays used to align teeth need to be cleaned and cared for, or …

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Practicing proper oral hygiene should always be a priority. But that takes on a whole new level when you’re wearing braces. You’re excited for the thought of having a straight smile when the braces come off. But if you don’t take extra care of it during the process, you could end up with ugly stains, white spots, …

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En estos días, se puede hacer casi cualquier cosa con sólo darle clic a un botón: ordenar útiles escolares; conseguir transporte; ver su película favorita; ordenar comida. Parece que cada día hay una forma más nueva y más sencilla de hacer casi todo. Hemos sido programados para aceptar que se puede ordenar cualquier cosa vía …

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These days you can do almost anything with the click of a button. Order school supplies. Get a ride across town. Watch your favorite movie.  Order food delivery. It seems like every day there’s a newer and easier way to do almost everything. We’ve been programmed to accept that anything can be ordered online and …

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If you are a migraine sufferer, you’re probably willing to try just about anything to relieve your migraine pain. Have you considered going to the dentist for pressure migraine relief? That’s right, the dentist. The therapy system is called TruDenta, and it does not involve needles or medications. Read on to find out what TruDenta …

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Your orthodontic treatment may look like brackets and wires from far away, but a closer look tells a different story. Those same wires and brackets change the look of your smile as well as the time it takes to achieve it. SureSmile also looks like brackets and wires that your friends and family used to …

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