There was a time when correcting crooked teeth automatically meant wearing traditional metal braces, headgear, and elastic bands. Fortunately, there are some new alternatives to braces that are more aesthetically pleasing and equally effective at straightening and aligning your teeth. At Rollins & Petersen Orthodontics in Arizona, we work with children, teens, and adults to […]
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Annual Invisalign Night!
Invisalign Night is Coming Up! It’s nearly time for our annual Invisalign Night. If you’ve been wondering if you or a family member is a candidate for Invisalign trays, now is the perfect time to schedule your appointment. On Wednesday, September 19th, from 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Rollins & Petersen Orthodontics will be seeing a few […]
Taking Care of Your Braces at School Know the DIY kit.
DIY Survival Kit for Your Braces at School Whether you’ve just gotten your braces on or had them for a few years, caring for your braces at school can be a challenge. Fortunately, it is possible to plan for and schedule your oral hygiene at school. Before we get started, though, some people might be […]
Maintaining Fresh Breath with Braces, Learn more about this.
Is it Possible to Have Fresh Breath with Braces? Nobody likes bad breath. Nobody likes to wear braces. When you couple them together, then you have an uncomfortable situation! People who wear braces are susceptible to bad breath more so than people who don’t wear braces. This is because there are greater chances for food […]
You Got Your Braces Off, Know What to expect and what to do?
Here’s what to expect and what to do after getting your braces off. No matter how long you have had them on, the day you get your braces off is definitely a day to celebrate! If your brace will be coming off soon, you probably have quite a few questions regarding the removal of your […]
Brush and Floss Like a Boss
The ultimate guide to help you brush and floss while wearing braces. Having good oral hygiene is important for everyone but when you have braces, it’s even more critical! Braces tend to trap food against your teeth, which can lead to bad breath, plaque build-up, cavities, and discoloration on your teeth. After all the time, […]
New Year, New Smile
Start the new year by giving your smile a makeover. 2018 is here and that means new resolutions and goals to achieve by the end of the year. Some people will be setting a weight loss goal or another personal achievement to reach. Others may be setting family goals or goals to achieve at work. […]
Protect Your Braces this Holiday Season
Here are 5 tips to protect your braces this holiday season The holiday season is such a fun time of the year for a number of reasons, one of them is the food. From gingerbread men to eggnog and chocolate oranges to candy canes, the holidays are filled with delicious sweet treats. While these sweet […]
