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The 101 on Maintaining Your Smile After Braces

Braces are orthodontic solutions designed to keep your teeth functioning in mint condition after braces! Kathryn Watson has written about the basics of retainer wear and maintenance. In this article, Woodlawn Orthodontics adds their comments and shares a few tips to keep your smile radiant after braces. (Source: Healthline, Wearing Retainers After Braces: What to Know, […]

Common Issues You Might Face with Traditional Braces

While traditional braces effectively correct misaligned teeth and improve your smile, they can come with a few common issues. This article will outline the top three common problems you may encounter with traditional metal braces. We will also offer effective tips to help you combat them and ensure that your orthodontic treatment progresses smoothly. Let’s […]

How to Maintain Oral Health During Orthodontic Treatment

Orthodontic treatment is an investment in a healthier, more confident smile. However, it can be challenging to maintain good oral health while undergoing treatment with braces or aligners. Read on to discover valuable tips to maintain oral health during orthodontic treatment.   Maintain your oral hygiene routine Maintaining good oral hygiene during orthodontics for all […]

Top Ways To Manage Pain During Orthodontic Treatment

Have you got an orthodontic treatment done recently? Do you feel a sense of discomfort or pain after getting the orthodontic treatment? If yes, you’re not alone. After getting treatment for adjusting their misaligned teeth with dental braces, many individuals have the same feeling – a sense of discomfort. They have experienced inflammation or mild […]

Weighing Your Options for Underbite Corrections

Woodlawn Orthodontics weighs in on various solutions for underbite corrections. (Source: WebMD, Braces, by WebMD Editorial Contributors, Medically Reviewed by Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, MPH, August 17, 2020, https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/braces-and-retainers ).   Although an underbite may seem like a cosmetic issue, it can cause a number of problems, from speech difficulties, problems chewing food, and jaw pain […]

What is the Purpose of a Lip and Cheek Bumper?

Lip and cheek bumpers are custom orthodontic devices that are used during orthodontic treatment for misaligned teeth. They are most commonly used in cases where teeth protrude or where there is a significant gap between the upper and lower teeth. This article covers the key aspects of lip and cheek bumpers, including their purpose, function, […]

Is it Too Late to Correct My Smile?

There are many reasons why smile correction was a second thought. Maybe families couldn’t include straight teeth solutions as part of their budget when they were kids. Perhaps their teeth didn’t begin to shift until they grew up. Either way, many people are now considering adult orthodontic treatment options to correct their smiles. Fixing your […]

The Difference Between the Many Straight Teeth Solutions

Orthodontic treatments have evolved dramatically over the past couple of decades. There are several orthodontic treatments to consider these days, like ceramic braces, self-adjusting braces, and Invisalign treatment. Whether you have crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth, these orthodontic solutions are designed to correct your dental issues and enhance your smile effectively. In today’s article, we […]

Top Reasons to Correct Your Underbite

An underbite is a medical condition where the lower teeth protrude past the upper teeth, resulting in the lower jaw protruding. If left untreated, it can result in medical and dental complications. An underbite can negatively affect your overall health in various ways. It can lead to problems such as difficulty in speaking and chewing. […]