by Hillary Darby | May 26, 2017 | Convenience, Orthodontics, Quality, Results
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,...
by Hillary Darby | May 19, 2017 | Convenience, Customer Service, Orthodontics, Results
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...
by Hillary Darby | May 12, 2017 | Customer Service, Orthodontics, Quality
Take a moment to think about how much your mom has done for you. It’s a lot, isn’t it? Especially when it comes to your smile—she’s taught you how to take great care of your teeth and encouraged you to do it (even when you really didn’t want to), she’s taken you to...
by Hillary Darby | May 5, 2017 | Orthodontics, Quality, Results
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...
by Hillary Darby | Apr 26, 2017 | Orthodontics
Now is the perfect time to take an extra moment to be thankful for our planet and reconsider the way we use its resources. Perhaps you’re thinking about saving energy (and cutting down on that electric bill before the summer heat hits) by turning off the TV for a few...
by Hillary Darby | Apr 21, 2017 | Orthodontics, Quality, Results
Easter is the perfect time for a new family photo, when everyone is together in their nicest new clothes, happy and celebrating in the fresh spring weather. But if you’re nervous about showing off those (maybe less than) pearly whites for your pictures, we’ve got some...
by Hillary Darby | Apr 9, 2017 | Orthodontics, Results
You knew from the first day of braces that candy is pretty much a no-go; you were warned about the sticky mess hard, gooey candies can make of your new gear, and you’ve been pretty good about it so far. But it’s Easter, and with Easter comes so much yummy candy; how...
by Hillary Darby | Mar 31, 2017 | Orthodontics, Quality, Results
Spring has finally arrived—the birds are chirping, the insects are buzzing, Alabama’s yearly yellow tsunami of pollen is already on the horizon (and the hood of your car). Now, of course, is also the time of year that we dust off our work clothes and get ready to...
by Hillary Darby | Mar 22, 2017 | Customer Service, Orthodontics, Quality, Results
You’ve done it! Your braces are off, and your teeth are free. While you’re admiring your new look, make sure these tips and tricks feature into your new routine—you don’t want to undo all that hard work! Remember Your Retainer You may have a friend who wore their...
by Hillary Darby | Mar 15, 2017 | Customer Service, Orthodontics, Quality, Results
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...
by Hillary Darby | Feb 13, 2017 | Customer Service, Orthodontics, Results
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...
by Hillary Darby | Feb 3, 2017 | Orthodontics
When it comes to getting braces, you know the end goal is a straighter, healthier smile. Still, the months it may take between the moment you have the brackets affixed to your teeth and the moment you experience the “big reveal” can feel frustrating. Sure, you’ve seen...
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