Well, of course, they already are working for you—as an essential part of the alignment process. Rubber bands, also known as elastic ligatures, are used to secure the wires inside your brackets. But bands can be more than functional. Since the ligatures around each bracket are replaced when you visit our office, why not use…
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These days, fewer and fewer braces show up in school yearbook photos. Invisalign clear aligners have become a popular choice for our adolescent patients because it enables them to display metal-free smiles while straightening their teeth! Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey can help you determine whether Invisalign treatment is…
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Now that you are working hard to improve your dental health and appearance with your braces, it might seem like a logical time to whiten your teeth as well. But should you go ahead with home kits or a professional whitening? The answer might be yes, but not quite yet! Toothpaste The easiest way to…
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Orthodontic treatment should begin earlier than most parents are apt to assume. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, orthodontic treatment should start at around seven years of age. Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey can evaluate your child’s existing and incoming teeth early on to determine whether treatment might…
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