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What Is a Palate Expander and Does My Child Need One?
What Is a Palate Expander and Does My Child Need One? If Dr. Papasikos has mentioned a palate expander at your child's consultation, you might be wondering what exactly that means and whether it's really necessary. It's one of those recommendations that can catch...
How Does Teeth Whitening Work With Braces or Aligners?
How Does Teeth Whitening Work With Braces or Aligners? It's a question that comes up more than you'd think. You're halfway through orthodontic treatment, your teeth are shifting into place, and you start wondering, can I whiten my teeth while this is happening? The...
Orthodontic Treatment and Sports: What Athletes Need to Know
Orthodontic Treatment and Sports: What Athletes Need to Know If you or your child is active in sports, you've probably thought about mouthguards, helmets, and protective gear. But orthodontic treatment? It might not be the first thing that comes to mind. The good news...
5 Signs You May Need Orthodontic Treatment
5 Signs You May Need Orthodontic Treatment Most people assume orthodontic treatment is something you either obviously need or obviously don't. If your teeth are visibly crooked, you know. But the truth is, a lot of people are walking around with issues they don't even...
How to Keep Your Teeth Clean During Orthodontic Treatment
How to Keep Your Teeth Clean During Orthodontic Treatment Starting orthodontic treatment is exciting because you're investing in a straighter, healthier smile. But braces and aligners do come with a learning curve, especially when it comes to keeping your teeth clean....
How to Manage Your Child’s First Week with Braces
How to Manage Your Child's First Week with Braces Getting braces is a big day for your child and they have probably been nervous about it for weeks, and honestly, so have you. You want to make sure they're comfortable, that you're doing the right things at home, and...
How to Keep Your Teeth Clean During Orthodontic Treatment
How to Keep Your Teeth Clean During Orthodontic Treatment Here's something nobody tells you when you first get braces or start aligners: your oral hygiene routine is about to need an upgrade. Not a total overhaul, but a genuine upgrade. The hardware in your mouth (or...
Adult Orthodontics Is on the Rise in Verona, NJ
Adult Orthodontics Is on the Rise in Verona, NJ Let's be real for a second. How many of us spent our 20s, 30s, or even 40s thinking, "I wish I had done something about my teeth back when I was a kid"? Maybe you had braces and your teeth shifted after you stopped...
What to Expect at Your First Orthodontic Consultation
What to Expect at Your First Orthodontic Consultation Walking into an orthodontist's office for the first time can feel a little intimidating, especially if you're not sure what's about to happen. Are they going to start putting things in your mouth right away? Will...
Life With Braces: Foods to Eat and Avoid
Life With Braces: Foods to Eat and Avoid So you just got braces or maybe you're about to. Either way, one of the first things Dr. Papasikos will tell you is that what you eat matters a whole lot more than it used to. It's not about deprivation, though. Think of it...