Thanksgiving is coming up soon and with that in mind, I wanted to do something different today. Instead of writing about braces, orthodontics, and oral health, I want to list a few things I’m grateful for. With Thanksgiving so close to the end of the year, it’s a good time to pause, look back at […]

Most people who get braces do so because they’re not 100% happy with their smile, whether it’s crooked teeth, a gap, or a bad bite that’s bothering them. Whatever the issue, it’s something they see (and don’t like) every time they look in the mirror. But there are many people who could benefit from orthodontics […]

Halloween means candy. For most people, it’s a once-a-year indulgence that doesn’t do any lasting damage. But for orthodontists, what’s scary about Halloween is the possibility of our patients doing serious harm to their braces – not to mention overdoing the sugar. If you’re a parent of a child with braces who’s still young enough […]

The first Friday of every October is World Smile Day, a feel-good holiday that asks everyone to devote one day to acts of kindness that bring a smile to one’s face. The holiday was created by commercial artist Harvey Ball. You may not recognize the name, but you certainly recognize his work, as he was […]

Coming from an immigrant family, I grew up in search of the American Dream. I had many dreams for myself (including a beautiful smile!) and have been blessed and fortunate enough to bring many of them to life. I think it is human nature to have goals and dreams. And while all of us manage […]

It can be a challenge to take care of your teeth and braces during the school day, but it can be done. Today I’m going to share some ideas on what you can do to care for your braces and teeth as you prepare to go back to school. But first, let’s talk about why […]

August 26th is National Dog Day, so today I want to do something different and focus on our four-legged furbabies. The US is a nation of dog lovers, with more than one in three households in the US having a dog, and they deserve celebrating!   Having a Dog is Good for You Did you know […]

Want to know how to increase your health and happiness? I’ll tell you. It’s not difficult. It’s not time-consuming. It’s not expensive – in fact, it’s free! It’s smiling!   Physiology and Emotion That’s right, the simple act of smiling has been shown to boost your mood. This is due to the interaction between physiology […]

Many snacks are loaded with sugar and fermentable carbohydrates that are terrible for your teeth, but snacking doesn’t have to be bad for you. In fact, there are some snacks that are actually good for your smile! The following foods have qualities and nutrients that boost oral health and are perfect for summer.   String Cheese and […]

Congratulations! Your braces have been removed and your teeth are freshly polished. You have finished your orthodontic treatment and your glowing grin is the prize. But now that you’ve said goodbye to rubber bands, metal brackets, and floss threaders, what’s next? You have finished months of treatment to gain a beautiful smile, so you want […]