Do You Know Which Tooth-Friendly Holiday Treats To Enjoy (and Which To Avoid)?

Celebrating the holidays often means embracing some of our favorite traditions of the year. While you are gathering with loved ones and sharing memories and gifts, it’s still important to protect your teeth, especially when you or your child is undergoing orthodontic treatment.   When wearing braces, there is a list of foods and treats to avoid so as not to... read more »

Why Athletes with Braces Need Mouth Guards

Your teeth are tremendously valuable. If you are an athlete with braces, you’ll need a mouth guard. 5 million teeth are knocked out each year in sports activities. If you wear a mouth guard, your chances of dental injury is reduced forty times over. When seen in that light, the minor inconvenience of this safety equipment becomes a valuable item... read more »