Are you considering getting braces as an adult? If you are, know that the choice to get orthodontics and straighten your smile is well worth the investment. Whether you are receiving orthodontic treatment for the first time or are getting braces again after not wearing your retainer after treatment when you were younger, the following …
Halloween is quickly approaching, and with this spooky time of year comes all kinds of sweet treats for kids and adults alike. Whether you’re taking the kids out this year to trick-or-treat or are searching for something to snack on at home, you may be wondering—are there better types of candy for your smile? Although most …
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Electric toothbrushes have been shown to clean your teeth better than manual toothbrushes. In particular, electric toothbrushes can help better clean the area where your gums meet your teeth, making them a beneficial tool for people at-risk for gum disease or those recovering from gum disease [1]. Switching to an electric toothbrush can also better remove plaque in your oral cavity. …
Getting traditional metal or ceramic braces is one of the best ways to effectively straighten your teeth. However, these fixed orthodontic appliances can be challenging to clean. Brackets and wires make it more difficult for regular toothbrushes to reach the all surfaces of your teeth, and you’ll need flossing aids to effectively clean between your …
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First Impression Orthodontics celebrated its 7th anniversary by holding a luau! Lu’s Luau was held at Laurel Hill Central Green Park in Lorton, Virginia on August 7th, 2022. About 200 patients, friends, and family attended the event. There were lots of games and activities at the park for kids and adults alike to enjoy, including …
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Oral health professionals such as dentists and orthodontists are often the first people to come into contact with those who suffer from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a debilitating condition in which a person stops breathing at numerous intervals throughout the night, resulting in a lack of oxygen in the body. Sleep apnea can lead …
If you have a child who needs orthodontic treatment, they may not be thrilled about having traditional braces. The good news is that kids and adults today have more options for braces than ever before. One of these options is self-ligating braces, which work a bit differently than regular metal braces for straightening teeth. Here’s …
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Getting Invisalign is an exciting time. You’ll finally be getting the smile you’ve always wanted, and you won’t have to wear visible metal braces to get it. Invisalign can provide a more comfortable alternative to braces, and these clear aligners allow you to keep your teeth cleaner since you can fully remove the aligners. Not to mention …
Invisalign orthodontic treatment is an innovative form of orthodontics. Instead of having metal braces, patients can instead wear clear aligners that are custom made for their unique smile. The aligners gently shift teeth into place similarly to braces, but the difference is that Invisalign allows patients to get straighter teeth without worrying about the appearance …
When getting your teeth straightened, both metal braces and Invisalign are excellent options, and two of the most popular choices for orthodontic treatment. Each of them has their respective pros and cons, but at the end of the day, both can lead to a straighter, beautiful smile that you can enjoy for life. But when …
