Simply Orthodontics Worcester Blog

Did you recently get braces? Congratulations! Thanks to advancements in the field of orthodontics, straightening your teeth is more comfortable and convenient than ever before. Of course, there are still a few adjustments you’ll need to make to your day-to-day life, including tweaking your oral hygiene regimen. Luckily, this doesn’t need to be difficult or time-consuming. In fact, here’s a quick guide to easily brushing and flossing with braces!

Do only your top teeth show when you smile? Maybe your bottom teeth are straight, but your top ones are spaced-out or overlapping. Either way, you may be wondering if you can get Invisalign on just your top teeth. After all, why get braces on both arches of teeth if you don’t have to, right? To learn if single arch orthodontic treatment is possible, read on!

At your appointment, your orthodontist will show you how to properly put on and take out your trays. Of course, once you get home and you have to do it on your own, it doesn’t seem so easy! Don’t panic – your Invisalign will come out. In fact, with a few helpful tricks for removing clear aligners in your back pocket, you can do so with ease. With this in mind, keep reading for some must-know tips.

After months or years of wearing braces, it’s safe to say there is nothing quite like the feeling of seeing your new and improved smile. Even better, now you get to go back to your normal oral hygiene routine, eat what you please, and, of course, show everyone your new grin. However, your teeth will only stay in their perfectly aligned positions if you wear your retainer consistently. With good care, they should last for 5-7 years at a time. You’ll know when it’s time to get a replacement by reading the following tell-tale signs!

Are children and teens the only age groups that can get braces? It’s a reasonable question since they are two of the largest populations undergoing their teeth-straightening journey. Don’t worry – the ship hasn’t sailed if you’re interested in orthodontic treatment. That’s because candidacy isn’t determined by your age! To learn more about adult braces and why older patients often have a more successful experience, read on.

It’s no secret that braces can effectively move crooked, spaced-out, and otherwise misaligned teeth into a perfectly straight arch. To keep them in their new and improved positions, your orthodontist will provide you with a retainer. Years ago, patients were told to wear them for a year or two. Now, patients are encouraged to make wearing them a lifelong practice. Here are three important reasons why!

Although traditional braces are extremely effective and reliable, they do require some alterations to your day-to-day activities, from the foods you can eat to the way you floss. As a result, you may be counting down the days until it’s time to have them removed. But what happens next? For an inside look into life after braces, read on!

Invisalign is no doubt one of the fastest, easiest, and most popular ways to achieve a straighter smile. With over five million satisfied patients, these clear, removable aligners offer many freedoms you simply can’t get with traditional metal braces. However, with great freedom comes great responsibility, and slacking off on your dentist’s instructions can get you off track. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do! Read on for the four best tips to get back on track with your Invisalign treatment.

Are you a big believer in setting New Year’s resolutions? Then you’ve likely spent the last couple of weeks brainstorming goals for 2022. Before finalizing your list, you should consider adding some smile-related intentions if you’re currently undergoing orthodontic treatment. Unsure where to start? Here are five ideas for resolutions with braces to spark some inspiration!

Between the festive music, peppermint mochas, and twinkly lights, it’s not hard to see why this truly is the most wonderful time of the year. However, the season just wouldn’t be the same without the copious amounts of delicious foods. If this is your first holiday season with braces, don’t worry – you don’t have to miss out. In fact, read on to learn 10 holiday recipes that are braces-friendly and delicious!