If you’re currently undergoing orthodontic treatment, or are considering starting soon, you should know that there are certain foods that you have to avoid with braces. These include crunchy foods that can damage brackets and foods that get stuck between brackets and...
Our Herriman orthodontist understands why you wouldn’t want your braces to set off a metal detector. After all, just imagine: you’re standing in line at the airport. You’ve taken off your shoes, pulled your laptop out of its bag, emptied your...
To keep your smile happy and healthy, our Herriman, UT, orthodontist says a proper oral hygiene routine is essential. Brushing and flossing twice a day is standard, plus using mouthwash goes a step further in removing harmful bacteria that can accumulate on your...
Our Herriman, UT, orthodontist wants you to know that if you’re suffering from jaw pain or a dental malocclusion, such as an overbite or underbite, it’s not something you have to live with. Even symptoms such as difficulty chewing and swallowing your food...
Concerned orthodontists across the country are seeing a growing trend in “do it yourself” braces, fueled by social media and plenty of easily available online videos. Our Herriman, UT, orthodontist warns that this new trend can cause permanent damage to...
