The Effects of Biting Your Nails
- posted: Mar. 26, 2024
Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids Read More
Welcome to the Office!
- posted: Mar. 19, 2024
What do you imagine when you picture an orthodontic office? Do you see a steady stream of teenagers walking through the doors? Teen magazines in the reception room? Backpacks stowed Read More
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
- posted: Mar. 12, 2024
Millions of people, around Conyers, Georgia and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read More
At what age should my child have an orthodontic evaluation?
- posted: Mar. 05, 2024
You may have noticed that kids seem to be getting braces and other orthodontic care a lot earlier these days. There was a time, only a decade or two ago, Read More
Does Your Valentine Wear Braces?
- posted: Feb. 13, 2024
The Valentine shopping list is traditional and simple: Flowers. Candy. But if your Valentine is in braces this year, suddenly your choices become more complicated. No need to worry! the Read More
Ugh, Not Braces!
- posted: Feb. 06, 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 Read More
Forget Something? It’s on the Tip of Your Tongue!
- posted: Jan. 30, 2024
Let’s see… Toothbrush? Check. Fluoride toothpaste? Check. Floss? Check. Two minutes of thorough brushing? Check. Careful cleaning around your brackets and wires? Check. Wait… there’s something else… it’s right on the tip of your… Ah! Your tongue! Read More
Braces-Friendly Recipe: Lunch
- posted: Jan. 23, 2024
Getting braces comes with a lot of rules. No sticky candies, watch out for popcorn, and steer clear of chips. These rules leave many braces-wearers wondering what they can still Read More
Mouthguard Protection
- posted: Jan. 16, 2024
Let’s talk about mouthguards. We could talk about how important wearing a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. If you play sports, ride bikes, skateboard, or participate in many Read More
Courting Disaster
- posted: Jan. 09, 2024
When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying Read More
New Year’s Resolutions—Counting Down to a Beautiful Smile
- posted: Jan. 02, 2024
Traditionally, January is a great time to choose some bad habits you’d like to lose, and some good habits you’d like to develop. If one of your goals this year Read More
Five (Easy-to-Keep!) Dental Resolutions for the New Year
- posted: Dec. 26, 2023
It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like learning Read More
What are the benefits of early orthodontic treatment?
- posted: Dec. 19, 2023
Parents usually have numerous questions about orthodontic treatment for their children. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, orthodontic treatment for children should start at around seven years of age. Read More
Electric Toothbrushes vs. Regular Toothbrushes
- posted: Dec. 12, 2023
Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even Read More
Celebrate the Season with Braces-Friendly Treats
- posted: Dec. 05, 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, with the holidays around the corner, and visions of sugarplums and other tasty desserts dancing in everyone’s head. Except, this year you have Read More
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