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Your teeth and gums are essential for chewing – the first step in the digestion process. All components of the food you eat and the beverages you drink affect your teeth and gums. What you put in your mouth impacts your overall health as well as your dental health. We explain how your diet affects your dental health and what to avoid to prevent cavities and gum disease. Why Diet Matters Everything you eat has the possibility of contributing to tooth decay and gum disease. How often you...
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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...
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...
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 Trussville | Our Specialist Explains Hyperdontia
Supernumerary teeth, referred to as hyperdontia, are simply extra teeth in the mouth. This condition is fairly uncommon and is seen more frequently with permanent teeth than baby teeth and, in most cases, may not cause problems. However, they can lead to misaligned...
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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...
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,...