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Spooky Season is Here: Top Tricks + Treats for Your Smile (+ Trending Costumes for 2025)

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Halloween Costumes with Braces

Halloween 2025 is all about costumes, candy, and confidence — and your smile deserves to be part of the celebration! Whether you’re walking the neighborhood with your trick-or-treat bag, heading to a school party, or snapping photos before a big night out, your braces or Invisalign® don’t have to hold you back. Before you dive … Spooky Season is Here: Top Tricks + Treats for Your Smile (+ Trending Costumes for 2025)

When should I schedule my child’s first visit to the orthodontist?

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little girl smiles after getting evaluated for braces at age 7

It might seem surprising, but the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that children see a pediatric orthodontist by age 7. At this age, even though many baby teeth are still present, it’s still the perfect time to evaluate just how healthily your child’s smile is developing. But does that mean your child will need … When should I schedule my child’s first visit to the orthodontist?

How Summer Dental Habits Can Fast Track Invisalign or Braces Treatment

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woman smiles after practicing summer dental hygiene

Summer break = more sunshine, more fun… and more time to focus on your smile. Whether you’re kicking off treatment or halfway through your journey, now’s the perfect time to build strong habits that can actually speed things up. If you’re wondering how to make Invisalign® work faster — or how to get braces off … How Summer Dental Habits Can Fast Track Invisalign or Braces Treatment

Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers and Teeth – When do they start causing issues?

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Thumb sucking and pacifier use are completely natural ways for babies and toddlers to self-soothe. It’s adorable when they’re little, and in the early years, it’s not a big deal. But at what point does it start affecting their teeth? As kids grow, prolonged thumb sucking and pacifier use can lead to orthodontic issues that … Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers and Teeth – When do they start causing issues?

How Orthodontics Has Evolved: From 1000 BCE to 2025

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If you had braces before the 21st century, you’ll notice that today’s orthodontic treatment options have changed drastically! Braces aren’t your only option, and orthodontic treatment is now faster, more discreet, more comfortable and more affordable than ever before. Let’s dive into the evolution of braces to see where orthodontics started, compared to where it … How Orthodontics Has Evolved: From 1000 BCE to 2025