Understanding Pacifiers and Thumb-Sucking

November 10, 2025

Both pacifiers and thumb-sucking are natural self-soothing habits among infants and toddlers. These behaviors often provide comfort, help children fall asleep, and ease stress. However, while these habits are normal in early development, prolonged thumb-sucking or extended pacifier use can affect dental alignment and jaw growth over time. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), most children stop these […]

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Can I Use Mouthwash While Wearing Braces?

May 25, 2020

If you’ve just received dental braces, it can be tough to know what is and is not ok to eat or drink. Brushing and flossing are an obvious part of your dental routine, but you may have questions about mouthwash and whether it’s safe to use during orthodontic treatment. BENEFITS OF MOUTHWASH Keeping your mouth […]

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The Problem with Mail Order Teeth Aligners

May 11, 2020

Society’s preference for straight, white smiles can make some people feel self-conscious and wanting a change. Getting perfectly aligned teeth is a bit of an investment, in both money and time. This is why mail-order teeth aligners have become so popular. However, the promise of less money in the short term is not worth the […]

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How Orthodontics Improve Overall Health

April 27, 2020

When people think about orthodontics, we often think about straight, beautiful teeth! And while this goal can indeed be met through the use of orthodontic treatment, braces can help achieve even more. For example, orthodontics can improve your speech and bite by aligning your teeth correctly and it’s even been found that orthodontic treatment has […]

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Dental Health After Recovering from Addiction

April 13, 2020

Addiction is a very real disease that affects the lives of many. Some of these harmful substances can cause damage to your teeth as well as to your overall health. But while addictions can be overcome, the damage to your smile may persist. It’s very important to many former addicts that they receive the right […]

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