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How to Straighten Your Teeth
If you’re concerned about how your teeth look, you’re far from alone. Issues such as crooked or “gappy” teeth are more common than most people realize and can have many different causes. If you’re happy with your current smile, your teeth aren’t causing you any issues, and you’re able to maintain the necessary standards of dental hygiene, you’ll likely not need any treatment. However, if your teeth are causing you issues or you simply dream of having the perfect smile, you’ll be glad to know...
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Metal Braces in Hoover Specialist Explains When You Should Start Orthodontic Treatment
When considering straightening your teeth or starting other orthodontic treatment for you or your child, there are many factors to consider. These usually include the length of treatment, cost, and the type of braces desired. However, you may also be wondering about...
Find Invisalign Teen in Birmingham | Our Specialist Explains The Braces Side Effects
The pros of orthodontic treatment such as braces generally outweigh the cons. First of all, straightening your teeth offers increased confidence, an improved bite, and the smile you deserve. However, every patient should be prepared for possible side effects of any...
Ceramic Braces in Trussville | Our Specialist Discusses If Orthodontic Treatment Is Worth It
If you are interested in starting orthodontic treatment, you’ve probably been researching different types of braces that are available. Metal braces, clear aligners, accelerated treatment – there are many options to choose from. But is orthodontic treatment worth it?...
Our Invisalign Expert in Hoover Offers Tips for New Patients
Have you been considering orthodontic or dental treatment but aren’t sure where to start? Whether it’s braces, dentures, or just a checkup, committing to treatment can be a big decision. There are a few helpful criteria to keep in mind before starting your treatment....
Looking for Metal Braces in Alabaster | Our Specialist Explains Protruding Teeth
Teeth protrusion, or “buck teeth”, is a common dental problem that causes the teeth to stick out further than they should. This condition can result from multiple causes, some starting with childhood habits, and can cause speech difficulties in some people....
Our Orthodontist in Birmingham, AL Welcomes You Back to Our Offices
At Birmingham Orthodontics, our mission is to offer high-quality orthodontic care to our valued patients. Even though we’re all adjusting to a new normal way of doing business, our orthodontist in Birmingham, AL is looking forward to seeing you back in our offices...
Metal Braces in Hoover Specialist Explains When You Should Start Orthodontic Treatment
When considering straightening your teeth or starting other orthodontic treatment for you or your child, there are many factors to consider. These usually include the length of treatment, cost, and the type of braces desired. However, you may also be wondering about...
Find Invisalign Teen in Birmingham | Our Specialist Explains The Braces Side Effects
The pros of orthodontic treatment such as braces generally outweigh the cons. First of all, straightening your teeth offers increased confidence, an improved bite, and the smile you deserve. However, every patient should be prepared for possible side effects of any...
Ceramic Braces in Trussville | Our Specialist Discusses If Orthodontic Treatment Is Worth It
If you are interested in starting orthodontic treatment, you’ve probably been researching different types of braces that are available. Metal braces, clear aligners, accelerated treatment – there are many options to choose from. But is orthodontic treatment worth it?...
Our Invisalign Expert in Hoover Offers Tips for New Patients
Have you been considering orthodontic or dental treatment but aren’t sure where to start? Whether it’s braces, dentures, or just a checkup, committing to treatment can be a big decision. There are a few helpful criteria to keep in mind before starting your treatment....
Looking for Metal Braces in Alabaster | Our Specialist Explains Protruding Teeth
Teeth protrusion, or “buck teeth”, is a common dental problem that causes the teeth to stick out further than they should. This condition can result from multiple causes, some starting with childhood habits, and can cause speech difficulties in some people....
Our Orthodontist in Birmingham, AL Welcomes You Back to Our Offices
At Birmingham Orthodontics, our mission is to offer high-quality orthodontic care to our valued patients. Even though we’re all adjusting to a new normal way of doing business, our orthodontist in Birmingham, AL is looking forward to seeing you back in our offices...
Invisalign® in Hoover Specialist Warns Against DIY Plaque Removal
With Christmas coming up, you might be seeing advertisements for plaque scrapers that you can use at home to remove tartar and stains. While it may be tempting to buy these as gifts for your friends and family, you should be aware that you can damage your teeth and...
Metal Braces in Alabaster Specialist Recommends Nightguards for Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding during sleep is a common problem that can cause dental issues. While many people experience symptoms such as jaw and teeth pain, some people might not even be aware that they are grinding until a bed partner notices. If you do experience symptoms, they...
Invisalign® in Hoover Expert Explains Classes Of Malocclusion
Occlusion is the term used to describe how the upper and lower teeth align and fit together. In a healthy mouth, the upper teeth fit just over the lower teeth. When the teeth don’t align as they should, it is called malocclusion, or a bad bite. There are different...
Metal Braces in Alabaster: White Teeth & Braces
Some people experience discoloration of their teeth around their brackets throughout the course of treatment with traditional braces. This is a common occurrence that can lead to unevenness in tooth color after your braces are removed. Thankfully, there are steps you...
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Thumb Sucking: A Bad Habit with Even Worse Orthodontic Effects
Thumb sucking is a common, natural reflex infants and toddlers exhibit as a way to self-sooth. According to the American Dental Association, most children stop sucking their thumbs between the ages of two and four. However, if you’ve noticed your child has made a...
The Skinny on Same-Day Braces
As human beings, we spend a lot of time waiting. Behind the lady with twenty bags of cat litter who isn’t quite sure how to operate self-checkout. In carpool lines that seem to span the entire afternoon. At restaurants on Friday nights because, against our better...
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Must-Have Products for Braces Maintenance
So, you’ve joined the braces brigade. First of all, welcome. You may have heard some embarrassing tales of those who have sported orthodontia before you—“beware of Oreos and other snacks that can clog up your new hardware” horrors, etc. Truthfully, you have nothing to...
Four Ways to Conquer Your Fears About Dental Appointments
For some of us, going to the orthodontist or dentist is as terrifying as an episode of “American Horror Story” or the latest slasher/zombie apocalypse/haunted mansion movie. In fact, according to All About Counseling, an estimated 14% of Americans get the heebie...
Thumb Sucking: A Bad Habit with Even Worse Orthodontic Effects
Thumb sucking is a common, natural reflex infants and toddlers exhibit as a way to self-sooth. According to the American Dental Association, most children stop sucking their thumbs between the ages of two and four. However, if you’ve noticed your child has made a...
You Don’t Need Luck for a Healthy Smile
On St. Patrick’s Day, they say everyone is Irish—but you don’t need the luck of the Irish all year round to have healthy teeth and gums! Following these daily tips and tricks will keep your smile healthy, no four-leaf clovers required. Brush Effectively Not only...
Kissing with Braces: It Happened to Me!
So February 14 is approaching—you know who you’re going to ask to be your Valentine and how you’re going to do it (a personal, quiet approach instead of your original flash mob idea), you’ve considered all possible culinary disasters and picked out a romantic, but...
Must-Have Products for Braces Maintenance
So, you’ve joined the braces brigade. First of all, welcome. You may have heard some embarrassing tales of those who have sported orthodontia before you—“beware of Oreos and other snacks that can clog up your new hardware” horrors, etc. Truthfully, you have nothing to...
Four Ways to Conquer Your Fears About Dental Appointments
For some of us, going to the orthodontist or dentist is as terrifying as an episode of “American Horror Story” or the latest slasher/zombie apocalypse/haunted mansion movie. In fact, according to All About Counseling, an estimated 14% of Americans get the heebie...
Thumb Sucking: A Bad Habit with Even Worse Orthodontic Effects
Thumb sucking is a common, natural reflex infants and toddlers exhibit as a way to self-sooth. According to the American Dental Association, most children stop sucking their thumbs between the ages of two and four. However, if you’ve noticed your child has made a...
Celebrate Saying Goodbye to Your Braces
Getting your braces off is a momentous occasion. After months of metal in your mouth, you now have beautiful, straight teeth to show with pride. Here are three ways to celebrate your new smile: Host a Bye-Bye Braces Party Now that you’re rocking that great new grin,...
You Don’t Need Luck for a Healthy Smile
On St. Patrick’s Day, they say everyone is Irish—but you don’t need the luck of the Irish all year round to have healthy teeth and gums! Following these daily tips and tricks will keep your smile healthy, no four-leaf clovers required. Brush Effectively Not only...
Kissing with Braces: It Happened to Me!
So February 14 is approaching—you know who you’re going to ask to be your Valentine and how you’re going to do it (a personal, quiet approach instead of your original flash mob idea), you’ve considered all possible culinary disasters and picked out a romantic, but...
Must-Have Products for Braces Maintenance
So, you’ve joined the braces brigade. First of all, welcome. You may have heard some embarrassing tales of those who have sported orthodontia before you—“beware of Oreos and other snacks that can clog up your new hardware” horrors, etc. Truthfully, you have nothing to...
Four Ways to Conquer Your Fears About Dental Appointments
For some of us, going to the orthodontist or dentist is as terrifying as an episode of “American Horror Story” or the latest slasher/zombie apocalypse/haunted mansion movie. In fact, according to All About Counseling, an estimated 14% of Americans get the heebie...
Thumb Sucking: A Bad Habit with Even Worse Orthodontic Effects
Thumb sucking is a common, natural reflex infants and toddlers exhibit as a way to self-sooth. According to the American Dental Association, most children stop sucking their thumbs between the ages of two and four. However, if you’ve noticed your child has made a...
Celebrate Saying Goodbye to Your Braces
Getting your braces off is a momentous occasion. After months of metal in your mouth, you now have beautiful, straight teeth to show with pride. Here are three ways to celebrate your new smile: Host a Bye-Bye Braces Party Now that you’re rocking that great new grin,...
Chapsticks We Love for Braces
It may be hard to stay excited about the amazing new smile you’re working on when every time you try to smile now the dry skin on your lips pulls and cracks. Chapped lips are common with braces, especially when you first get them, but relief is on its way! There are...
Flashback Friday: Before and After Braces
The summer before your senior year in high school, you’re sent out to a portrait studio with a bunch of your classmates, asked to don a fancy drape, and smile. Senior portraits are supposed to be exciting, but for me they were a nightmare. I’d always hated my smile,...
How to Take Care of Those Pesky Canker Sores
Spring can be a busy time, whether you’re studying for final exams, planning out a summer vacation, or diving into a deep clean. Of course, it’s hard to stay focused on anything else when you develop a canker sore. Stress is thought to be one of the main causes of...
Braces-Approved Mexican Foods in Honor of Cinco de Mayo!
On Cinco de Mayo, we all love to join in the celebration of Mexican culture! Parades, music, food, and dancing… and, of course, the amazing cuisine. If you’re sporting braces this Cinco de Mayo, you may be worried about missing out on your favorite foods—what will you...