At Straight Orthodontics we want to educate our patients on treatment options and how to maintain great dental health!

How Orthodontic Treatment Can Improve Your Oral Health

Orthodontic treatment is often associated with achieving a straighter, more attractive smile. While this is certainly a significant benefit, the advantages of orthodontic treatment extend far beyond cosmetic improvements. Straightening…

Six tips for flossing with braces

Flossing with braces can be difficult, but there are ways to make it easier. If you or your child has braces, you will know that it can be tricky to…

Early Childhood Orthodontic Treatment

Getting childhood orthodontic treatment can be a huge benefit to your child’s health. It can be one of the best things you can do for them because it can prevent…

How Can I Prepare for Braces?

Getting braces is a big step towards obtaining that straight smile that you want. To ensure that you’re prepped and ready for your treatment, we’ve put together some handy tips…

Why Do You Need a Dental Retainer?

So, you’ve been wearing braces or aligners for a few years, your teeth are finally straight, and it’s time to ditch the dental hardware! Great news, right? Not so fast,…

What causes buck teeth?

Buck teeth can be caused by genetic factors, as well as certain habits. Also known as an overbite, buck teeth, refers to a case in which the front teeth protrude…

Why use rubber bands with braces?

Rubber bands, also known as elastics, help to straighten the teeth during orthodontic treatment with braces. When it comes to resolving bite-related problems and straightening teeth effectively, braces remain one…

Questions to ask before you have your braces removed

Know what to expect when you are ready to have your braces removed. If you have been through orthodontic treatment and it’s almost time to have your braces removed, it’s…

How to tell if your teenager is wearing their clear aligners

Patient compliance is key when it comes to achieving effective results with clear aligners. Clear aligners are often an excellent alternative to traditional braces for those who would like a…

How often do you need to see your orthodontist during clear aligner treatment?

It is important to see your orthodontist on a regular basis throughout the course of your orthodontic treatment. If you have decided to go ahead with clear aligner treatment, you…