Top 5 reasons why Teens should get Invisalign instead of Fixed Braces

June 14, 2019

Here are the Top 5 reasons why Teens should get Invisalign instead of Fixed Braces.   When Shawn and his parents came to discuss getting braces to fix his overbite and crooked teeth, Shawn had a look on his face that screamed, ‘Just shoot me now….’ He sat sullen and moody. After some coaxing, Shawn... View Article

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How much does the Tooth Fairy give for a baby tooth?

January 29, 2019

    Do you know how much the Tooth Fairy gives for a baby tooth? Must it be money? What to do once your child loses a baby tooth? MyBracesClinic is the official  Liaison Officer for the World Federation of Tooth Fairies, assisting to disseminate vital information regarding the protocol to follow once a baby tooth is... View Article

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Can I Not Floss My Teeth?

January 21, 2019

  Can I Not Floss My Teeth? Ever heard of the line, “not flossing is like wiping your buttcheeks and not the crack”? That’s exactly what it is when you don’t floss. While flossing is not particularly fun and can make your gums bleed, it is essential in maintaining good oral health. It is highly... View Article

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How do Orthodontists avoid tooth extractions for braces treatment?

October 26, 2018

Image by Anna Caulley via P Dub   Adult teeth do not get replaced (unless you’re talking about dental implants) once they erupt into the mouth.  Adult teeth are meant to serve us for the rest of our lives! It seems like a real shame to remove perfectly good, ‘innocent’ teeth to make space for braces... View Article

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No More Pacifier

April 20, 2018

Babies and toddlers often suck pacifiers and fingers as this brings them comfort and soothes them. It is best to start the weaning process as soon as possible. Kids MUST outgrow thumb and pacifier- sucking by the very latest 5 years old. Beyond 5 years old, prolonged use of pacifiers and thumb sucking can adversely... View Article

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