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Tour of Our Orthodontic Offices
Innovation has long been part of the Birmingham Orthodontics story, and we aren’t slowing down anytime soon! Over 25 years ago when Dr. McCarthy founded the practice, it was unheard of to start multiple orthodontic locations. He began with two locations: Hoover and...

An Intro To The $125-a-Month Plan
When it comes to locking in the smile of your dreams, we want you to know that you have lots of possibilities and choices. We’ve got your back and have great financing options! Everything from interest-free in-house financing, to appreciation discounts, to getting...

Most Common Orthodontic Issues
Orthodontic Issues That Are Common We polled our doctors and their decades of expertise to uncover the most common problems they see on a day-to-day basis. Not only did they agree on the most frequent orthodontic issues, but our great staff also revealed a handful of...

How to Afford the Cost of Braces
Thinking about how paying for braces will affect your finances? This planning exercise may feel a little daunting at first. It can become even more difficult when trying to plan for your family, but we’ve got your back! You may find yourself asking some very serious...

Ceramic Braces vs. Invisalign
Now that you’re ready to start the journey toward improving your smile, it’s time to weigh the options. There are more services available to orthodontic patients than ever before. Most patients end up exploring two very different options: Invisalign and ceramic...

Does Early Intervention Make A Difference?
Straight to the Point If you’re looking for the short answer to today’s topic, “Does early intervention make a difference,” then you’re in luck. Yes, it absolutely can make a difference. In fact, if you’re satisfied with a simple yes and are ready to invest in your...

This Year, Give The Gift of a Straight Smile
The holiday season is upon us, and along with it, (occasionally) cooler weather and a cornucopia of colors in the trees. It’s a time of joyous celebration, merry family reunions, and of course, the giving and receiving of gifts. But before you finish shopping for your...

How Long Does it Take to Straighten Teeth?
Somewhere between ‘How much will braces cost’ and ‘Can I chew gum with braces’, the most asked question about getting braces is ‘How long will it take’. These questions all share a similar response: it depends. You see, just as no two smiles are alike, no two...

The Four Main Benefits of a Straight Smile
You may not think it, but a smile is a powerful thing. From psychological benefits like confidence, to boosting overall health, a great smile can affect many different aspects of your life. It can even affect how much money you’ll make over the course of your career!...

How to Keep Your Teeth Straight After Braces
Finally, the big day is here! The day you’ve been waiting for. Today is the day you get your braces off! Immediately, you start daydreaming of all the popcorn you’ll eat, all the gum you’ll chew, and all the perfect-smile selfies you’re going to take. But then, as you...

How to Find The Best Orthodontist Near You
An estimated 4 million kids and adults in the US are now wearing braces—a number that’s nearly doubled in the past 30 years. But while braces are now commonplace, you’ll still be faced with a serious challenge after deciding to get braces—how to choose an...

What to Know Before Your First Visit
If you’ve made the decision to get braces for your child or yourself, then you’ve probably got a whole list of questions. But, have no fear! Birmingham Orthodontics is here to help transform that uncertainty into excitement. Below you’ll find some tips and suggestions...

Tour of Our Orthodontic Offices
Innovation has long been part of the Birmingham Orthodontics story, and we aren’t slowing down anytime soon! Over 25 years ago when Dr. McCarthy founded the practice, it was unheard of to start multiple orthodontic locations. He began with two locations: Hoover and...

An Intro To The $125-a-Month Plan
When it comes to locking in the smile of your dreams, we want you to know that you have lots of possibilities and choices. We’ve got your back and have great financing options! Everything from interest-free in-house financing, to appreciation discounts, to getting...

Most Common Orthodontic Issues
Orthodontic Issues That Are Common We polled our doctors and their decades of expertise to uncover the most common problems they see on a day-to-day basis. Not only did they agree on the most frequent orthodontic issues, but our great staff also revealed a handful of...

How to Afford the Cost of Braces
Thinking about how paying for braces will affect your finances? This planning exercise may feel a little daunting at first. It can become even more difficult when trying to plan for your family, but we’ve got your back! You may find yourself asking some very serious...

Ceramic Braces vs. Invisalign
Now that you’re ready to start the journey toward improving your smile, it’s time to weigh the options. There are more services available to orthodontic patients than ever before. Most patients end up exploring two very different options: Invisalign and ceramic...

Does Early Intervention Make A Difference?
Straight to the Point If you’re looking for the short answer to today’s topic, “Does early intervention make a difference,” then you’re in luck. Yes, it absolutely can make a difference. In fact, if you’re satisfied with a simple yes and are ready to invest in your...

This Year, Give The Gift of a Straight Smile
The holiday season is upon us, and along with it, (occasionally) cooler weather and a cornucopia of colors in the trees. It’s a time of joyous celebration, merry family reunions, and of course, the giving and receiving of gifts. But before you finish shopping for your...

How Long Does it Take to Straighten Teeth?
Somewhere between ‘How much will braces cost’ and ‘Can I chew gum with braces’, the most asked question about getting braces is ‘How long will it take’. These questions all share a similar response: it depends. You see, just as no two smiles are alike, no two...

The Four Main Benefits of a Straight Smile
You may not think it, but a smile is a powerful thing. From psychological benefits like confidence, to boosting overall health, a great smile can affect many different aspects of your life. It can even affect how much money you’ll make over the course of your career!...

How to Keep Your Teeth Straight After Braces
Finally, the big day is here! The day you’ve been waiting for. Today is the day you get your braces off! Immediately, you start daydreaming of all the popcorn you’ll eat, all the gum you’ll chew, and all the perfect-smile selfies you’re going to take. But then, as you...

How to Find The Best Orthodontist Near You
An estimated 4 million kids and adults in the US are now wearing braces—a number that’s nearly doubled in the past 30 years. But while braces are now commonplace, you’ll still be faced with a serious challenge after deciding to get braces—how to choose an...

What to Know Before Your First Visit
If you’ve made the decision to get braces for your child or yourself, then you’ve probably got a whole list of questions. But, have no fear! Birmingham Orthodontics is here to help transform that uncertainty into excitement. Below you’ll find some tips and suggestions...

Tour of Our Orthodontic Offices
Innovation has long been part of the Birmingham Orthodontics story, and we aren’t slowing down anytime soon! Over 25 years ago when Dr. McCarthy founded the practice, it was unheard of to start multiple orthodontic locations. He began with two locations: Hoover and...

An Intro To The $125-a-Month Plan
When it comes to locking in the smile of your dreams, we want you to know that you have lots of possibilities and choices. We’ve got your back and have great financing options! Everything from interest-free in-house financing, to appreciation discounts, to getting...

Most Common Orthodontic Issues
Orthodontic Issues That Are Common We polled our doctors and their decades of expertise to uncover the most common problems they see on a day-to-day basis. Not only did they agree on the most frequent orthodontic issues, but our great staff also revealed a handful of...

How to Afford the Cost of Braces
Thinking about how paying for braces will affect your finances? This planning exercise may feel a little daunting at first. It can become even more difficult when trying to plan for your family, but we’ve got your back! You may find yourself asking some very serious...

Ceramic Braces vs. Invisalign
Now that you’re ready to start the journey toward improving your smile, it’s time to weigh the options. There are more services available to orthodontic patients than ever before. Most patients end up exploring two very different options: Invisalign and ceramic...

Does Early Intervention Make A Difference?
Straight to the Point If you’re looking for the short answer to today’s topic, “Does early intervention make a difference,” then you’re in luck. Yes, it absolutely can make a difference. In fact, if you’re satisfied with a simple yes and are ready to invest in your...

This Year, Give The Gift of a Straight Smile
The holiday season is upon us, and along with it, (occasionally) cooler weather and a cornucopia of colors in the trees. It’s a time of joyous celebration, merry family reunions, and of course, the giving and receiving of gifts. But before you finish shopping for your...

How Long Does it Take to Straighten Teeth?
Somewhere between ‘How much will braces cost’ and ‘Can I chew gum with braces’, the most asked question about getting braces is ‘How long will it take’. These questions all share a similar response: it depends. You see, just as no two smiles are alike, no two...

The Four Main Benefits of a Straight Smile
You may not think it, but a smile is a powerful thing. From psychological benefits like confidence, to boosting overall health, a great smile can affect many different aspects of your life. It can even affect how much money you’ll make over the course of your career!...

How to Keep Your Teeth Straight After Braces
Finally, the big day is here! The day you’ve been waiting for. Today is the day you get your braces off! Immediately, you start daydreaming of all the popcorn you’ll eat, all the gum you’ll chew, and all the perfect-smile selfies you’re going to take. But then, as you...

How to Find The Best Orthodontist Near You
An estimated 4 million kids and adults in the US are now wearing braces—a number that’s nearly doubled in the past 30 years. But while braces are now commonplace, you’ll still be faced with a serious challenge after deciding to get braces—how to choose an...

What to Know Before Your First Visit
If you’ve made the decision to get braces for your child or yourself, then you’ve probably got a whole list of questions. But, have no fear! Birmingham Orthodontics is here to help transform that uncertainty into excitement. Below you’ll find some tips and suggestions...
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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...

Ways to Conquer Fears – 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...