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Clear Aligners Feel Loose or Aren’t Fitting Right? Here’s What’s Normal and What’s Not

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Clear Aligners Feel Loose

Have you recently started treatment with clear aligners and noticed your trays feel loose, aren’t fitting quite right, or don’t seem to be sitting properly on certain teeth? In many cases, it doesn’t mean anything is wrong with your treatment. But it does mean it’s worth understanding what’s normal, what’s not, and what you can … Clear Aligners Feel Loose or Aren’t Fitting Right? Here’s What’s Normal and What’s Not

How to Clean Retainers: Full Guide to Remove Plaque, Deep Clean, and Keep Retainers Clear

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How to Clean Retainers

You probably don’t go more than a day without cleaning your teeth… hopefully. So when it comes to cleaning your retainer? Same rules apply. If you’re wearing a retainer every day (or night), it’s constantly exposed to bacteria, plaque, and buildup, just like your teeth. Without proper cleaning, that buildup can lead to yellowing, odor, … How to Clean Retainers: Full Guide to Remove Plaque, Deep Clean, and Keep Retainers Clear

5 Signs Your Child Might Need Braces: What Parents Should Watch For

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5 Signs Your Child Might Need Braces

At some point, most parents start to wonder: “Will my child need braces someday?” “Are their teeth coming in the right way?” “When should I schedule my child’s first orthodontic appointment?” These are incredibly common questions, and you’re not expected to have all the answers! That’s exactly why the American Association of Orthodontists recommends a … 5 Signs Your Child Might Need Braces: What Parents Should Watch For

National Facial Protection Month: How to Protect Your Smile This Sports Season

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kids wearing mouthguard for braces

April is National Facial Protection Month, which makes it the perfect time to talk about one of the easiest ways to help protect your smile during sports and active play: wearing a mouthguard. At First Impression Orthodontics, we see lots of active kids, teens, and adults throughout Northern Virginia, and if there’s one thing we … National Facial Protection Month: How to Protect Your Smile This Sports Season

Braces vs Clear Aligners: Take Our Quiz to Find Your Perfect Match

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Braces vs. Invisalign

Choosing between braces vs clear aligners can feel a little like choosing between two very good options: you’ll get a beautiful, healthy smile either way. The question is simply which treatment fits your life best? At First Impression Orthodontics in Alexandria, VA, we help patients of all ages choose the option that aligns with their … Braces vs Clear Aligners: Take Our Quiz to Find Your Perfect Match

What Really Happens at Your Child’s First Orthodontic Check-Up

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What Really Happens at Your Child’s First Orthodontic Check-Up

February is Children’s Dental Health Month, which means it’s the perfect time to answer one of the most common (and very reasonable) parent questions we hear: When should my child see an orthodontist, and what actually happens at that first visit? If you’re imagining pressure to commit to braces, surprise treatment plans, or a rushed … What Really Happens at Your Child’s First Orthodontic Check-Up

How Long Should You Really Wear a Retainer? (The Honest Answer)

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Congrats on your beautiful new smile! You’ve finished treatment, your smile looks amazing, and now the next phase begins.   Whether you’ve been wearing your retainer for a week, or months now, you’ll probably wonder at some point: “How long do I actually have to wear my retainers?”  “Are retainers really necessary?” “What happens if I … How Long Should You Really Wear a Retainer? (The Honest Answer)