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After wearing braces, your teeth must be properly aligned to prevent teeth from shifting back to their original positions. A retainer is a removable dental device that helps to hold …
With the new year in full swing, now is the perfect time to consider a cosmetic dental enhancement to boost your confidence. One popular option our cosmetic dentists frequently recommend …
Braces not only straighten your teeth, but they can also help improve your dental health. The holidays are a time of celebration and indulgence, but it’s important to maintain your …
Good oral health is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. Proper care of our teeth, gums, and mouth can keep us healthy and reduce our risk of cavities, gum …
Halloween is a holiday filled with candy, sweet treats, and sugary beverages. While it’s okay to indulge in some sweet treats, it’s important to remember that Halloween treats aren’t meant …
Traditional braces are made of high-grade stainless steel. Modern braces are more comfortable and more attractive than ever before. Brackets are bonded to the front of the teeth with a …
Clear aligners are a series of clear, plastic aligners that straighten your teeth over time. Each aligner should be worn for a certain amount of time and will then move …
After wearing braces, is it normal for your teeth to continue shifting? It is true that they will continue to move throughout your life. In that case, retainers can help …
Bad breath, medically referred to as halitosis, is a condition that occurs when bacteria in the mouth are not properly removed. Volatile sulfur compounds are produced by the bacteria that …
Cosmetic dentistry is the use of dental procedures to improve the appearance of your smile. These include a wide range of procedures ranging from teeth whitening and veneers to dental …
Family dentists provide dental care for patients of all ages. They attend to the dental requirements of patients of all ages and provide them with appropriate treatments. Listed below are …
A clear aligner is a clear, thin piece of medical-grade plastic that fits tightly over the teeth. The plastic is custom-made for your mouth, so each one is slightly different …
Traditional braces are made of metal brackets and wires. The brackets are bonded to the fronts of the teeth and connected by a wire. These wires help move your teeth …
It’s that time of year again when we look back over the past year and make some goals to better ourselves mentally and physically. For many, that includes improving their …
This holiday season, while you are wearing braces, there are some things to keep in mind to ensure your smile stays healthy and you don’t put your orthodontic treatment at …
You’ve decided to wear braces. Congratulations on investing in your smile for a healthier and more attractive appearance! Straight teeth are also easier to clean, maneuver around and in between, …
It’s October, and we’re celebrating National Orthodontic Health Month along with the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). Our goal is to help promote orthodontic health and share some tooth-friendly tips …
It’s that time of year again! As summer winds down, getting your child ready for back-to-school days can be both exciting and stressful, especially if they are new to wearing …
Whether you are wearing braces or clear aligners to straighten your teeth, accidents can happen, potentially leaving you dealing with an orthodontic emergency. With proper planning, however, you can be …
When people think of orthodontics, they tend to visualize teeth straightening using metal braces or clear plastic aligners. But orthodontics is about more than just beautifully straightened teeth. It also …
Did you know that braces can help people who are experiencing relentless jaw pain? Having a sore jaw is often a symptom of tooth problems that can benefit from orthodontics. …
When you or your child wear braces, you want to make sure you take good care of your teeth while they are in braces so that when they come off, …
Teens who are happy with their smiles have more success socially with their peers as well as in their school work and other activities, thanks to their increased self-confidence. Conversely, …
For people who are wanting to straighten their teeth, braces are a modern marvel that can make that happen for just about anyone under proper supervision. And while the cost …
January is a great time to start the new year with good intentions and healthy choices. It is also a great time to look at your mouth to make the …
Orthodontics straighten your teeth to correct a bad bite, teeth that are crooked or protruding, misaligned jaws, and other malocclusions. Over time, untreated misaligned teeth can cause problems with talking, …
Wearing an orthodontic headgear (or extraoral orthodontic appliance) allows our orthodontist to correct your child’s growing bite and support proper jaw alignment and growth. This appliance is usually recommended for …
Halloween starts off the busy holiday season where the nights get longer, the days grow cooler, and festivities begin. If you are wearing braces, Halloween may be a little tricky …
Did your child receive braces this summer? If so, they will need to prepare themselves for the new school year by learning how to keep their teeth healthy while getting …
If you have been wanting to straighten your teeth for a healthier, more beautiful smile, you have come to the right place! We love straightening smiles and aligning bites to …
Braces worn at any age takes up to two years to straighten on average. Designed to fit your mouth, they are customized to your mouth to place your teeth correctly. …
Children, teens and adults alike need to take extra care with their daily oral hygiene when wearing braces to straighten their teeth. In honor of Oral Health Month in June, …
With school out early for the year, now may be a good time for your child to be evaluated for braces. Braces are often recommended to improve one’s smile (or …
Straightening your teeth for a healthy, properly aligned and beautiful smile takes time and effort and is worth every second! So is taking good care of your teeth along the …
Braces provide orthodontists the tool to help fix teeth and jaw alignment. These can occur due to a bad bite (overbite, underbite, crossbite, or just crowding in the mouth). Abnormal …
Whether you live in an area that gets snow and ice, or you travel to vacation spots to engage in winter sports, you need to be mindful of oral injuries, …
With the new year around the corner, why not consider taking the next step to create a more beautiful smile? Orthodontics was initially a treatment that folks considered to be …
Once the hard work of straightening your teeth is completed, the next phase of your orthodontic treatment begins: keeping your teeth aligned with a retainer! You don’t want any setbacks …
October brings visions of ghosts, ghouls and goblins for children, but for adults, it is also National Orthodontic Health Month. Orthodontists around the country (including us) like to celebrate this …
When you are wearing braces, nothing feels quite as important as what kinds of food you can eat. The wrong food can damage your braces or stain your teeth, particularly …
It is that time of year again where your children are headed back to school with their new backpacks, notepads and pencils! If they have braces, they will need some …
Did you know there is a lesser-known cause for headaches that can be attributed to malocclusion? Malocclusion occurs when the jaws and teeth are misaligned due to abnormal positioning of …
Traditional braces have come a long way when it comes to straightening crooked teeth. In fact, they are ideal for a variety of tooth issues, not just crooked teeth. They …
Summer is almost here and with it the start of fun recreational activities coupled with a slower pace. For teens today, braces are pretty much a rite of passage. The …
Spotting and treating tooth alignment issues early on is very beneficial for your teeth. This allows time to make repairs and align the teeth into their correct position. Your teeth …
Ever since YouTube began helping people learn and execute do-it-yourself (DIY) projects with accuracy and success, it’s become tempting to take on more challenging projects to save money. While this …
When it comes to caring for your teeth in or out of braces, you already know how important it is to brush twice a day. Cleaning your teeth daily helps …
When your child comes in for early orthodontic treatment, it’s usually not just because their teeth are not aligned. Because of this misalignment, this can lead to poor facial development …
The number one goal for your oral health is maintaining healthy teeth and gums. This means practicing diligent daily oral hygiene habits; specifically, brushing and flossing to remove plaque along …
Now that you have undergone orthodontic treatment and your teeth are finally aligned, you will want to make sure they don’t slip back into their previous positions. To prevent this …
Straightening your teeth with orthodontics can help you achieve a more healthy, aligned and attractive smile. With the upcoming holidays, Halloween, Thanksgiving, the month of December and New Year’s (to …
By now you are likely aware that keeping your teeth and gums free from tooth decay and gum disease should top your list of oral health priorities when it comes …
Your smile is the first thing people notice when they see you. Crooked, crowded teeth or a misaligned bite can make you feel self-conscious no matter what your age. The …
Getting braces at a younger age has proved most effective in preventing dental problems in the future. Permanent teeth start to typically come in about the ages of six to …
After you’ve undergone orthodontic treatment, you’ll want to do all you can to make sure that you keep your smile straight and perfect afterward. That’s why you see people wearing …
If you have braces and a sweet tooth, times may be tough. However, there is no real reason to worry. It’s true that some treats cannot be enjoyed with braces, …
It’s very important to have a diligent oral hygiene routine when you have braces. This is because oral hygiene can clean and care for your teeth, gums and appliance during …
The day that you have your braces removed will no doubt be a happy day, as you will be able to show your beautiful new smile to everyone. However, there …
Do you have crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth? Are you in need of orthodontic treatment, but hesitant about the time that traditional braces take? Ask Dr. Bradshaw and Dr. Hathaway …
The best way to begin a journey is by taking the first step. For those need an orthodontic procedure, that first step is to schedule an appointment for a stress-free …
Bite problems such as crooked and badly spaced teeth can affect the appearance of your smile and may require orthodontic treatment to correct. The main types of orthodontics are Invisalign® …
If you are aligning your teeth with braces, you likely have a hard time flossing your teeth. This is common because it’s oftentimes difficult to work the floss under and …
Traditional braces represent a functional system that is capable of correcting the alignment of your teeth through the course of routine adjustments. They incorporate a series of metal brackets, wires, …
The wires, brackets and various hardware components that make up your new orthodontic braces play an important role in improving the alignment of your teeth. This is done by attending …
In today’s post, you can find out why getting Invisalign may be worth it, if you’re looking to align your teeth or that of a teenager. It used to be …
Unfortunately, there is a long list of forbidden seasonal foods associated with braces. Nuts, candy canes, and caramel seem to permeate the treat scene, and none can be eaten with …
Most people need orthodontic attention at some point, and it’s best to do it early. You and your child both want to have the best braces experience possible. That’s why …
Did your child lose a tooth too soon? Dr. Daniel Bradshaw may suggest a space maintainer. A space maintainer is an orthodontic apparatus installed in the mouths of children who …
Are you thinking of getting braces? Excellent! Do you know how they work? If not, the staff at Bradshaw & Hathaway in Johnson City, Tennessee, is delighted to tell you …
The metal brackets, wires, bands, and other orthodontic components of traditional braces are sometimes called upon to help correct misaligned teeth. Once they have been installed at Dr. Daniel Bradshaw’s …
As you may already know, oral hygiene is vital for your oral health. Unfortunately, having braces can make properly cleaning your teeth and smile very difficult. But it doesn’t make …
If you want your child to have a straight and healthy smile, then it’s important to bring your child to Bradshaw & Hathaway for an orthodontic consultation at an early …
Sometimes the teeth find ways to twist and turn out of alignment, no matter how well we care for our smiles. This is unfortunate because having a crooked smile can …
After waiting for months, or even years, the big day is finally here and your braces are coming off! Whether you are a child, a teen or an adult, this …
If you are in need of orthodontic care, your orthodontists with do their very best to shape and craft a set of braces that will accurately and effective fit your …
Did you know that braces need to be cared for and maintained to ensure optimal functionality? Do you know how to keep your braces clean? To begin, you should not …
Are you in need of an orthodontic alignment? If any of your teeth are out of their proper positions or alignment, it will be in the best interest of your …
Your Bradshaw & Hathaway orthodontist installed braces hardware in your mouth, as part of a long-term effort to realign your teeth for a more function mouth and an appealing smile. …
Have you been taking care of your teenage teeth? The teen years are some of the most important years for your oral health because it is the time when the …
For individuals who have crooked teeth or a misaligned bite, gaining a straight, beautiful, healthy smile doesn’t have to be troublesome. With Invisalign® in Johnson City, Tennessee, you’ll know what …
Caring for your teeth during orthodontic treatments begins with keeping your braces clean. If your braces are damaged, they will need to be repaired. However, you should never try to …
Although canker sores can arise in your mouth anytime, they can especially show up when you are first wearing braces. What do they look like? Canker sores are white (or …
It’s important to keep your braces in tip-top shape, especially because it helps you have a smooth and successful orthodontic experience and treatment. One way to keep your orthodontic appliance …
Are you in need of braces and not sure which type would be the best for your situation? There are a lot of different types of braces available. One of …
Ideally, orthodontic assessments should start early. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children should be evaluated by an orthodontist by age seven. Drs. Bradshaw and Hathaway can detect any …
Here at Bradshaw + Katras Orthodontic Specialist, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks …
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