What Do the Different Parts of Braces Do?
Every orthodontic patient has probably wondered what all the different parts are for in their braces.
Dental Tips
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When to Start Discouraging Thumbsucking
It might be clichéd to say it, but it’s true that kids grow up fast.
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Causes of Crooked Teeth
As unfair and illogical as it can be, people do tend to judge others on their appearances, and one trait that falls under that umbrella is whether a person’s teeth are crooked or straight.
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The Decayed Teeth of Early Modern England
There was something rotten in the state of England during the Early Modern Era: everyone’s sweet tooth!
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We’re Serious About the Banned Foods List
Part of the braces experience is the banned foods list.
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The Typical Timeline for Baby Teeth
Two of the biggest milestones of child development are when their baby teeth start coming in and when they start being replaced by adult teeth.
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How Do Braces Actually Straighten Teeth?
Braces are so common that a lot of people might take it for granted that these bits of metal can move teeth into their proper position.
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Dental Health of Early Native Americans
When we picture people of earlier eras, particularly pre-industrial ones, we tend to assume that they must have had really bad teeth.
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Teaching Good Dental Health Habits
It’s not always easy to teach a young child how to brush and floss.
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Orthodontic Treatment and Speech Problems
Genetics, a hearing impairment, or a cleft palate can all cause speech disorders.