Willow Bend Orthodontics Blog

If you’ve ever completed any type of orthodontic treatment before, you may already be the proud owner of a retainer. Retainers are used to maintain your orthodontic results. When you first get yours, you may need to wear it round the clock, but eventually you should be able to keep your teeth in alignment by just wearing it to bed. If you’ve had yours for a while, you may be wondering when you may need to replace it. Here’s how to tell if time is up for your orthodontic equipment!

Cavities, jaw pain, teeth grinding, and other oral health issues are very common. Fortunately, your general dentist is often equipped to address such conditions and prevent them from having a great impact on your health and quality of life. But what if, despite your efforts to care for your smile, oral health problems continue to recur? You might have a form of dental misalignment. This blog post explores how misalignment may be the underlying cause behind a range of issues and how orthodontic treatment can help.

Teenagers are already a fairly self-conscious bunch without orthodontic treatment thrown into the mix. Invisalign clear aligners makes dental realignment far less conspicuous, but your highschooler might need some nudging to stay on top of maintenance in front of their academic peers. Here are some tips that can help encourage them to power through their Invisalign treatment.

Braces are fantastic for achieving a straightened smile, but they can also come with their own set of challenges. Whether you’re new to braces or have been wearing them for a bit, you may have encountered a few of these bumps along the way. Don’t worry—these issues are a universal experience, and there are plenty of ways to manage them. Read on to see a few of these common braces “bumps” and some solutions that really work.

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy delicious seasonal foods, but if you have braces, you need to be mindful of what you eat. Certain snacks can damage your appliance or make your treatment less effective. If you’re ready for summer, but don’t want the hassle of vetting everything at your uncle’s BBQ, continue reading. Here’s a guide to seasonal snacking with braces, including what to enjoy and what to avoid!

If you have braces, you already know how important it is to care for them to avoid a potential orthodontic emergency. However, even if you wear a mouthguard during physical activities and do your best to steer clear of overly hard or sticky foods, it’s possible for your brackets to break.

It’s natural to feel worried under these circumstances, but that won’t help you fix your orthodontics. Continue reading to learn about 3 proactive steps you can take to get back on track with your treatment!

A lot of the time, people associate braces with a particular period in their lives: adolescence. While this is hardly a complete picture of what orthodontics can do, it’s also understandable to think this. People usually get all of their permanent teeth by their teens, which usually means it’s the first time that patients can straighten the teeth that they’ll have for the rest of their life.

However, it’s actually not necessary to wait that long to get braces; there are some instances where aligning baby teeth could be a good idea. Here’s what you should know about this process, and how you can know whether your child is a good candidate for these braces.

You want your journey to a straighter smile to be as smooth and stress-free as possible, right? If so, you might find it helpful to learn all of the things you can do to prevent an orthodontic emergency, like a protruding wire or loose bracket. Here are five easy ways to do so!

Orthodontic treatment can be a life-changing investment, offering not just a beautiful smile but also improved oral health and self-confidence. However, the cost of orthodontic treatment can vary significantly depending on various factors. Understanding these factors can help individuals make informed decisions about their orthodontic care. Let’s delve into the key elements that influence the cost of orthodontic treatment.

If you have a mildly crooked smile, Invisalign is an excellent alternative to traditional braces. These clear, plastic aligners are customized to fit snuggly over your teeth and gently reposition them over a designated period. Part of the reason they’ve grown so popular over the years is because there aren’t as many dietary concerns as there are with metal brackets on your teeth. That said, many patients wonder if they can have coffee with Invisalign. If you don’t want to live without your daily dose of caffeine, continue reading to learn more.