Masks are an important way to protect yourself and slow the spread of Covid-19. While we love to see your smiles, here's a great list of over 20 recommended mask options to try, compiled by WIRED:
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All the Face Masks We Actually Like to Wear
Braces are constantly putting pressure on teeth to carefully move them into the right place, and brackets are an important part of this process! These tiny squares are bonded to the front of the teeth to keep the arch wire steady as it does the heavy lifting for movement 💪
Meet Dr. Farshid Nia! With a DMD and DDS degree, two Master’s degrees in orthodontics and pediatric dentistry, and a wealth of hands-on experience, Dr. Nia offers best in class patient care along with extensive knowledge on adolescent dental development.
Today we remember 🇺🇸 #NeverForget
Did you know all orthodontists are dentists, but not all dentists are orthodontists? Because it's a speciality, only about 5-6% of dentists are also orthodontists.
This month, meet Dr. David Lee! A retired U.S. Air Force officer and Braces Braces partner orthodontist with a DMD degree, MS degree in oral biology, advanced education in general dentistry certificate, and certificate in orthodontics. What a mouthful of impressive credentials 😁
For Halloween, we've thought up some fun costumes featuring braces! Consider being Katy Perry in her Last Friday Night music video, Darla from Finding Nemo, or Mike Wazowski in Monsters University!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we're supporting the annual campaign to help raise awareness for early detection and treatment of breast cancer. @NationalBreastCancer is a wonderful resource providing both hope and education for women. For more information, click here:
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In October, and all year long, we offer hope to women affected by breast cancer. Follow along this Breast Cancer Awareness Month as we honor the survivors, thrivers, and the memory of those who have passed.
Our offices continue to offer free online consultations. You can do it all in the comfort of your own home! Take the first step in figuring out what the right treatment plan is for your smile by answering the following prompts on our website: https://www.braces-braces.com/
Did you know most patients have braces for around two years? The length of time a patient needs braces varies, but the average timeline is typically within 12-36 months!
Happy #DentalHygieneMonth! 🎉 Taking care of your oral health is so important when you have braces and we love having a whole month to celebrate it!
How many smiles do you think you'd instantly recognize? Try out this fun trivia quiz to see if you can match the celebrity to their smile! (We got a 90% 😏)
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Guess the Celebrity Smile
With Halloween less than a week away, what candy should braces wearing trick-or-treaters avoid? The #1 candy to steer clear of is sticky candy—Starbursts, Tootsie Rolls, jelly beans, caramel and taffy candies are the main culprits when it comes to messing up orthodontia 🍭🍫
We offer multi-family member discounts for sibling patients receiving simultaneous treatments! Visit our website or contact us today to find out more! https://www.braces-braces.com/financial/
At the start of the pandemic, Braces Braces committed to providing advanced PPE, enhanced infection control, comprehensive screening and updated visit protocols. This level of care has continued in the months since. To learn more about the safety measures in place, follow the link here:
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Covid-19 Safety - Healthy Smiles Connection
Arch wires are the part of braces responsible for moving and correcting the teeth. This slim but strong wire connects to brackets and slowly pressures teeth into straightening!
Braces need to be tightened every 4-8 weeks, which can lead to discomfort. Here are some of our favorite soft foods to eat after a braces tightening! And while Jell-O and mashed potatoes are great, we'd love to read your personal recommendations in the comments below!
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Soft Foods to Eat After Getting Braces Tightened | BB Braces Braces
Look out for Black Friday deals later this week! Anyone with braces can tell you how handy a water flosser is—let us know what you're looking to buy and give us some shopping inspiration in the comments below!
Are you interested in saving up to $1,000? Braces can be expensive. Pay for a treatment in full and see how much you can save with our discount offer! Visit our website or contact us today to learn more! https://www.braces-braces.com/financial/
As COVID-19 continues, our office is staying on top of ways to minimize risk. The enhanced safety measures we have in place are for your protection. If you have any concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out:
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Our Enhanced Safety Measures - Healthy Smiles Connection
Tips for #BracesBracesCare: Eating foods with a fork and knife can better protect your brackets. Cut corn on the cob, burgers, pizza and more into bite-sized pieces instead of directly biting into them and it will help 🍴
Sleep apnea is when breathing stops and starts irregularly during sleep. In certain cases, orthodontic treatment can help. Read our article for more on how correcting a misaligned jaw or overbite can improve this condition:
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Can Orthodontics Help Sleep Apnea? | BB Braces Braces
Molar bands, unlike rubber bands, are made of metal and fitted onto back teeth with a dental adhesive. They act as anchors for the arch-wires on braces 🦷
Office visits have been revised to minimize interactions and manage risks since the start of the pandemic. We want you to feel comfortable, so please don't hesitate to ask us any questions about our current visit structure.
Dr. Lee is our #OrthodontistOfTheMonth for February! We appreciate Dr. Lee and his dedication to helping patients so much. What's your favorite moment with Dr. Lee?
February is Black History Month and today we're celebrating Black leaders in dentistry as we recognize their achievements and impact in the field.
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Celebrating Black History Month: Trailblazers in dentistry
February is National Gum Disease Awareness Month: Let's kick it off with a great article from TeensHealth From Nemours on the prevention and treatment of gum disease in teens:
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Gum Disease (for Teens) - Nemours KidsHealth
Tips for #BracesBracesCare: Products like Oral-B's Super Floss are designed specifically for helping you floss with braces and they can be a lot easier to work with compared to regular dental floss.
If you're having a hard time cleaning your teeth with braces, consider trying a specialized floss 🦷
Dr. Kar is our #OrthodontistOfTheMonth for January! A DDS, MS, MSc, Board Certified Orthodontist and partner at Braces Braces, she loves interacting with patients and you can find her lighting up our Madison Yards office with her infectious energy! What was your favorite moment with Dr. Kar?
