Regardless of your age, wearing braces is no fun. While they can move your teeth into alignment and give you a perfect smile, braces also involve multiple visits to your orthodontist over an average of 2 years. The time required for braces to work can often be a deterrent for people considering this treatment, especially […]
5 Foods to Avoid with Braces
Anyone who has braces wants the treatment process to go as quickly as possible. One of the things you can do to prevent having to wear your braces for longer than is necessary is to make sure you stay away from certain foods that can cause damage to your braces or teeth. Here are some […]
Tips for Flossing with Braces: Know how these tips may help you.
Are you having a hard time flossing with braces? These tips for flossing with braces will help. If you wear braces, it is vital to floss every day and brush at least twice per day to remove food particles that can be caught with brackets or wires, and to eliminate any sugar and bacteria from […]
When Your Child Should Get Braces
What You Need to Know about When Your Child Should Get Braces If you’ve noticed any of the common signs that your child may need braces such as mouth breathing, thumb sucking, difficulty chewing or noticeably crooked teeth, you may be wondering when (and if) your child should get braces. Here’s what you need to […]
Why the Holidays are Better with Braces
Are you bummed about having braces this holiday season? It seems like most people feel that special events or holidays just aren’t as enjoyable when you have braces. However, here at Rollins & Petersen Orthodontics, we like to look at the bright side of things and why having braces during the holidays can actually be […]
Invisalign During the Holiday Season: 5 Tips for Success
Are you worried about how to best care for Invisalign® during the holiday season? Invisalign® is a great way to put your teeth in proper position compared to the use of the traditional wire and metal braces. Invisalign aligners are clear, easy to remove and put back in the mouth, and less noticeable. The […]
Taking Care of Your Teeth During the Holidays
Are You Prepared for Taking Care of Your Teeth During the Holidays? The holidays are coming up, and soon your schedule will start filling up with family get-togethers, work, and social parties. As good as it is to spend time connecting with your co-workers, friends, and loved ones, all of these interactions come with rich […]
Oral Care with Invisalign®
Any new treatment takes some getting used to. To help you care for your Invisalign® aligner properly, your orthodontist, Dr. [doctor_name] with [practice_name] in [city], [state], is delighted to offer the advice you need to keep your valuable aligners and precious smile in shape. The most important thing to remember while you transition into wearing […]
Consider Braces
Do you have a malocclusion, bad bite, or misalignment in your smile? If so, consider braces so your smile can thrive for a lifetime to come. To learn more about braces, please read the following: – Braces can correct many issues with crooked teeth and leave you with a straighter and more beautiful smile. – […]
Taking Care of Your Retainer
You and your braces will be spending quite a bit of time together. You probably won’t become old friends, but it will be a long-term relationship. Eventually, the time will come for them to be removed. And then…you will almost be ready to show off your smile to the world. Your braces do the hard […]
