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Types of Retainers

March 30, 2021

As you near the end of your orthodontic treatment, your doctor will discuss an option for a retainer. While you may be looking forward to finally being rid of “mouth hardware,” don’t get too excited. Don’t get upset about it either! A lot of money has gone into helping you achieve a straight, beautiful smile,…

Protecting Your Teeth from Tooth Decay

February 25, 2021

“Irony” is defined as something in which what is on the surface appears to differ radically from what is actually the case. Here’s an example: You get braces to straighten your teeth so that you have a healthy smile that is easier to clean. However, while wearing braces to straighten your teeth, there is an…

Water is an Essential Part of Orthodontic Treatment

January 25, 2021

Undergoing orthodontic treatment is a huge commitment. You invest money and time into achieving a beautiful smile, so you want to make sure that you don’t do anything that will compromise it. There are some little things you may be doing that will undermine your orthodontic treatment. Drinking sugary beverages such as sodas, sports drinks,…

The Perfect Gift May Not Be Under Your Tree

December 22, 2020

With Christmas just weeks away, many people are still trying to decide upon the perfect gift. There are always those who are hard to shop for, those who “have everything,” and those you don’t really know if you are exchanging gifts with or not. Whether you need to find the perfect gift for your child…

You CAN Afford Braces

November 26, 2020

When it comes to straightening your smile or your child’s smile, you may be under the impression that you cannot afford orthodontic treatment. After all, orthodontics is a specialty service, and it is expensive, right? Well, at Broad Street Braces, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve a beautiful smile. Our practice is…

Prevent Teeth Shifting After Braces

October 26, 2020

Reaching the end of your orthodontic treatment and having your braces removed is one of the greatest feelings. You have withstood the aggravations of flossing and brushing, you can finally eat all the foods you want, and your mouth is free from brackets and wires! Undergoing orthodontic treatment is truly one of the best things…

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…