Braces 101: Your Starter Guide
Braces 101 – OK, so you have questions about getting braces, either for yourself or your child. Ever wish that someone would just publish a “Braces 101: What to Expect?” Or some sort of “Braces Survival Guide?” You’re in luck! After decades of experience with braces and the people who wear them, we’ve fielded every […]
Braces 101: Your Starter Guide
Braces 101 – OK, so you have questions about getting braces, either for yourself or your child. Ever wish that someone would just publish a “Braces 101: What to Expect?” Or some sort of “Braces Survival Guide?” You’re in luck! After decades of experience with braces and the people who wear them, we’ve fielded every […]
Why Do Braces Hurt At First?
Braces are here to help give us a better smile. So why do braces hurt? And why do they especially hurt when you first get them? The short answer: Braces hurt primarily because they are literally pushing and pulling your teeth. This creates pressure, and the pressure can make your teeth and gums more sensitive. […]
How Much Do Braces Cost With Insurance?
To tell you the truth, braces are not cheap. Nor should they be: Applying braces and managing them is a medical procedure, and it pays to have that procedure done correctly by a licensed professional. But wait a sec–if it’s a medical procedure, does insurance cover them? How much do braces cost with insurance? We […]
Preparing For Braces the North Carolina Way
As we know, preparing for braces is something of a commitment, though one that pays off in terms of how you look and feel. To make sure you (or your child) get the most out of treatment, you will want to do some things to get ready for braces. That said, preparing for braces “The […]
What is Orthodontic Headgear?
Orthodontic headgear is the general term for any appliances that an orthodontist might use to help move teeth or realign a jaw, and that is worn partially outside the mouth. Orthodontic headgear is used to apply gentle force on parts of the mouth, making it ready for the application of braces. Why is Orthodontic Headgear […]
How Much Do Braces Hurt?
How much do braces hurt is a great question. And whether it’s you getting braces or a loved one, the process can make you a little nervous. In fact, two of the frequently asked questions include: How much do braces hurt and why do braces hurt after tightening? Okay, let’s be truthful here: In answering your […]
The Braces Are Off! Now How Long Do You Have to Wear a Retainer?
Have you recently gotten your braces off? Or plan to get them off shortly? Congratulations! It’s a great feeling, finally being at the end of your treatment. Still, a lot of people in your position feel let down once they discover that they will have to wear a retainer. So you might be asking “Will […]
What to Expect After Getting Braces Off: Life After Braces
Everyone looks forward to the day when their braces come off. That said, what can you expect during and after getting braces off? Will getting them off be painful? Will your teeth still hurt sometimes afterward? And what’s the deal with retainers? How long do you wear retainers for? All of these are common questions. […]
What We Learned From a Tooth Decay Experiment With Eggshells
Ever have trouble convincing a kid that candy, soda, and other sweet treats really can hurt his or her teeth? Are your warnings about rotten teeth not being taken seriously? There’s a simple and fun experiment you can do to show the effect these things have on tooth enamel over time. It’s a simply tooth […]