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Protect Your Smile From “Mask Mouth”

September 22, 2020

Mask wearing has become required throughout Philadelphia to help protect people from COVID-19. While wearing a mask may help prevent the spread of the novel Coronavirus, there are side effects of covering your mouth for extended periods of time. Wearing a mask covers the lower portion of your face, and it can put your oral…

What To Avoid With Braces and Why

August 24, 2020

Having braces is an exciting time because you know that the end result will be a beautiful smile. While there are certain aspects of having braces that are not necessarily fun, you know that they are worth it. One important aspect of wearing braces is knowing what you need to avoid so that your braces…

The Challenges of Braces

July 23, 2020

Let’s be honest and admit that everything has its pros and cons. Sleeping in late sounds (and feels) great, but getting a late start to your workday or school day will put you behind and in trouble. Eating dessert after every meal (even breakfast!) sounds fantastic, but all of that additional sugar in your diet…

What to Do if Wire is Poking Your Mouth

June 29, 2020

Orthodontic treatment is just a normal part of adolescence for most teens. It is not the most enjoyable thing to go through, but the results are well worth it. One of the most common complaints that orthodontic wearers complain about is a wire poking them in the back of the mouth. This common occurrence with…

Make it a Priority to Care for Your Aligners at Home

May 27, 2020

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During the COVID-19 Pandemic, many orthodontic patients have had to cancel or reschedule appointments. With rescheduled appointments, many orthodontic patients have had an extended period between their appointments. For patients and parents of children in braces or orthodontic treatment, this can seem especially unsettling. At Broad Street Braces, your smile is still our highest priority.…

The Importance of Wearing Your Retainer

April 15, 2020

Orthodontic treatment can take months or years to be complete. During the last few months of treatment, many of our patients tell us that they create a countdown to the day that they get their braces off. It truly is an exciting time! You can eat whatever you want, chew gum, drink without a straw,…

Two Phase Orthodontic Treatment

March 20, 2020

Many parents often wonder why some kids have braces only once, while other children have braces put on, taken off, and then put on again later. This is because there are two different ways of performing orthodontic treatment. Understanding both will help you determine which path is best for your child. Conventional Orthodontic Treatment Most…

The Full Benefits of Invisalign

February 27, 2020

Invisalign® is an orthodontic option that allows patients to straighten their teeth without having to wear braces. Dealing with brackets and wires is often a hassle for many people, especially adults. Invisalign® is a great option for those who do not want to have noticeable orthodontics, but who wish to obtain a beautifully straight smile.…

Use an Electric Toothbrush For Sparkling Teeth

January 29, 2020

Cleaning the teeth while undergoing orthodontics is difficult. Patients of all ages complain about how hard it is to brush around brackets and wires, and trying to floss seems almost impossible. Those with braces must continue to maintain oral health because braces can harbor damaging bacteria that can ruin your smile. If you have taken…

Braces For Adults

December 30, 2019

There is never an age limit on feeling your best. No matter your age, if you are unhappy with the smile that you see when you look in the mirror, you can do something about it. Many people mistakenly believe that if they did not undergo orthodontic treatment when they were teens that it is…