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Are you visiting the dentist during your orthodontic treatment?

January 24th, 2024

If you’re brushing your teeth twice a day during your orthodontic treatment, Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey and our team think that’s wonderful! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every six months, or as recommended, in addition to brushing your teeth…
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Ugh, Not Braces!

January 17th, 2024

Getting your child excited about braces is a lot like: A) convincing a grumpy toddler that it’s time to take a nap? B) convincing a teenager to stop texting during dinner? C) convincing your husband to eat his peas? The answer, obviously, is all of the above. And that’s why you may need a few…
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What is orthognathic surgery?

January 10th, 2024

Orthognathic surgery is surgery to correct a wide variety of abnormalities of our patients' jaw and teeth. The surgery is often done in conjunction with orthodontic treatment. While the patient’s appearance may be significantly improved as a result, the primary purpose of the surgery is to correct functional problems including but not limited to: Unbalanced…
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Common Issues with Braces: How to avoid bad breath

January 3rd, 2024

A bright, beautiful smile is often achieved with braces. The time you spend wearing braces is an investment in the good health and appearance of your smile. However, Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey and our staff know that having braces on your teeth can pose challenges. Many of these…
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