If your child has just gotten braces, chances are it’s a good time to brush up on dental hygiene! Why now? What’s different? And how can you help? Let’s take a few minutes and explore these timely questions. Brushing and Flossing Are Especially Important with Braces There’s no getting around it, it’s harder to clean…
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Now that many of the schools in Downingtown, PA are back in session, Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey would like to remind all of our patients about the importance of scheduling appointments in advance. With school, clubs, sports, and family duties to consider, we know that it can be…
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The purpose of braces and other forms of orthodontic treatment at Smedley Orthodontics, LTD is to correct malocclusion, also known as crooked or crowded teeth, or “bad bites.” Past orthodontic practice dictated that wisdom teeth be removed, especially in cases of crowding. The wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in, and are officially…
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It’s only natural when you’re waiting for something good—you count down the weeks until your birthday, or until the summer holidays, or until your braces come off. But while your birthday and your vacation won’t come any faster no matter what you do, you can help determine just how fast that happy day arrives when…
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