Orthodontic treatment is often associated with creating a straighter smile, but its benefits can go well beyond appearance. The position of the teeth and jaws can affect how clearly a person speaks, how comfortably they chew, and how efficiently the mouth functions each day. For patients experiencing crowding, spacing, bite problems, or jaw alignment concerns, […]

It may surprise you to learn that around 75% of Americans suffer from chronic dehydration. Dehydration is not only bad for your overall health, but it can also be detrimental to your oral health as well. Water helps to strengthen the teeth, wash away food debris and bacteria, and helps to fight dry mouth. DRINKING […]

At Kuhni Orthodontics, we put a strong emphasis on patient education as well as the correction of the alignment of the teeth and jaws. Because of this, it’s important to us that our patients know about the types of orthodontic treatment available to them and how each one aids in the realignment of the teeth. […]

Until you get used to having your braces and learning what you can and cannot do while wearing them, we will be happy to provide you with a list of a few things you should avoid during orthodontic treatment. These precautions are meant to help you avoid breaking off your brackets, shifting your wires, or […]

Energy drinks are not great for overall health, especially in adolescents and teenagers. However, in addition to health problems, energy drinks also cause a variety of dental problems, especially the weakening of tooth enamel. Because energy drinks are so popular with young adults and teens, we advise parents to restrict consumption of these drinks, as […]