Category: Teen Orthodontics
Halloween Candy Guide: The Do’s & Don’ts with Braces
Posted on September 26, 2022
With Halloween quickly approaching, the expert team here at Silver Smiles Orthodontics can’t wait to celebrate the spookiest day of the year! However, some Silver Smiles patients might be wondering, “What candy can I enjoy with braces this Halloween?” Have no fear, we’re here with a helpful guide on what candies are and aren’t good… Read more »
Myths About Orthodontic Treatments
Posted on October 4, 2021
Being that October is National Orthodontic Health Month, this is the best time to set those annoying Orthodontic myths straight. Myth 1: Orthodontic treatment is expensive: Treatments can be complex and last two years or as little as a few months, so we carefully customize treatment plan options that give the patients flexibility and… Read more »
Invisalign for Teens
Posted on November 1, 2017
We’re living in the 21st century, and yet for many years teens only had the “metal mouth” option when it came to getting their teeth straightened. But now all that has changed! Today your orthodontist can offer your teen something really AWESOME! A system of clear, removable aligners made especially for teens called Invisalign Teen®!… Read more »
The Orthodontic Treatment Process for Teens
Posted on October 20, 2017
For many teens, braces are a rite of passage: They’re one more example of the changes adolescents go through at this time — along with growth in stature, edgier tastes in clothes and music, and an increasing degree of self-awareness. However, is there any particular reason why orthodontic appliances and teenagers seem to go together?… Read more »