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Heading Back to School? Save Some Room in Your Backpack!

August 3rd, 2022

If you’re heading back to classes in the next few weeks, you’re probably getting your gear together now. So let’s talk about some of the items you can pack to make orthodontic care easier during school hours. Dental-Healthy Food Watching what foods you eat is especially important now. If you’re carrying your lunch or snacks…
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What role do elastics (rubber bands) play in orthodontics?

July 27th, 2022

Wearing orthodontic braces may be the best choice for correcting your teeth and improving your smile, and that's why you've come to see Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey at Smedley Orthodontics, LTD. Braces, which consist of brackets and wires, work by gently applying pressure to the teeth, and that…
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What's the best dental floss?

July 20th, 2022

Dental floss is similar to a lot of products that depend mainly on the consumer’s preference. Fact is, floss comes in a wide variety of flavors, coatings, and other variations, but all types of floss essentially do the same thing. After all, that is what is most important: that the dental floss you buy is…
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Top Ways to Ensure You and Your Braces Have a Good Relationship

July 13th, 2022

You and your braces will become good friends over the coming months or years, so it’s important to get your relationship off to a good start. Consider the following recommendations to prevent rocky times ahead: Floss, floss, floss. Yes, it’s a pain to floss around your braces, but it's the best way to prevent gum…
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