Milton Orthodontics Blog

Are you rapidly approaching the end of your orthodontic treatment timeline? Then you are only a few weeks (or maybe even days!) away from seeing your new and improved smile. But what happens next? If you’re like many patients, you’ve dreamed of the day you no longer need to wear metal brackets and wires but aren’t entirely sure how to care for your smile moving forward. Don’t worry – here’s everything you need to know about life after braces.

Did you know that Invisalign has helped more than 8 million patients achieve their smile goals over the last two decades? Today, the clear aligners are most known for their discreet look, comfortable fit, hassle-free oral care, and shorter treatment timeline (on average). Despite their popularity, however, many patients have one important question on their minds, “What is a typical day like while wearing Invisalign?” Here’s the answer!

To address misalignment, traditional braces use metal brackets and wires to gradually guide your teeth into a healthier, more aesthetically pleasing position. Although these appliances are incredibly durable, they are by no means indestructible. In fact, one bad fall or one rogue ball during a sports game can result in an orthodontic emergency, like a loose bracket or protruding wires. If you find yourself with broken braces, do your best not to panic. Instead, follow the below steps!

Treatments like braces and Invisalign are almost like a rite of passage for many children and teenagers. Have you ever thought about why? Orthodontics are very effective while the body is still growing and developing, making the teenage years the perfect time to correct crooked teeth. However, millions of adults get braces and Invisalign each year as well, and many of them completed orthodontic treatment earlier in life. This is because teeth shift over time. Read on as we go over the seven most common causes of shifted teeth and what can be done about them.

The temperature is heating up and the days are getting longer – summertime is here! Whether you are planning a relaxing staycation, jet-setting to a different country, or just planning to chill by the pool, there are a few things you should know if this is your first summer with braces. After all, you don’t want your fun in the sun to have a negative impact on your treatment timeline. To prevent this from happening, keep reading for a few best practices to keep in mind this season!

Summer is just around the corner! What do you have planned for your family? While it’s undoubtedly the best time of year to sit back and enjoy some well-earned rest and relaxation, it’s also the perfect time to think about your child’s orthodontic needs. If they need braces, there’s no better time of year to get them started! Here are five great reasons why your child should get braces in summer.

Now that it’s April and spring has officially sprung, it’s time for spring cleaning! While you probably have lots of chores and projects on your to-do list, there’s one important part of your life that you shouldn’t forget to deep clean: your smile! Now is the best time to make sure you know how to keep your smile strong and sparkling if you wear braces. Here are some simple but effective tips to keep in mind that will help you spring clean your oral health!

Treatments like braces and Invisalign are an excellent way to help your child get the straighter, healthier teeth they deserve. Unfortunately, the journey towards a straighter smile isn’t always smooth and pleasant. Your little one will likely experience some dental soreness and mouth irritation during the process, especially right after they start treatment and after having their braces adjusted. Here are some of the best ways you can help your child through these discomforts and others throughout their orthodontic treatment.

Treatments like braces and pediatric orthodontics will help set your child up for a lifetime of happy, healthy and beautiful smiles. However, with all the metal wires and brackets, diet restrictions, and frequent adjustments, your child may not be thrilled during the process. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways you can help make wearing braces fun for your little one! Here are seven tips that will help them enjoy their journey towards a straighter smile.

If you want a straighter smile, you’re not alone! Millions of people around the world have committed to orthodontic treatments to fix their pearly whites. In fact, people have worked on correcting their teeth and bite issues all since ancient times. Unfortunately for those seeking orthodontic treatment in the past, options were limited to unrefined methods that were uncomfortable and even sometimes dangerous. Thankfully, orthodontics have evolved by leaps and bounds over the years, and nowadays it’s never been easier, safer, or more comfortable to improve your smile with modern treatments like Invisalign. Read on to learn more about the fascinating history of braces!