Do I really need to wear my rubber bands with my braces?
Most of our patients at Family Orthodontics in Jupiter, FL will need to wear rubber bands at some point during their orthodontic treatment. The main
Dreaming of a stunning smile without using braces?
Most of us aren’t born with a red carpet smile. And if you’ve thought about straightening your teeth but are apprehensive about doing so with
Common Issues with Braces: How to avoid bad breath
A bright, beautiful smile is often achieved with braces. The time you spend wearing braces is an investment in the good health and appearance of
Hey, Metal Mouth, Hey, Train Tracks! Six Funny Comebacks for People Who Wear Braces
Brace-ism: believe it or not, it’s a concept. The Urban Dictionary defines brace-ism as “acting mean to people who have braces on their teeth.” Phrases
Halloween Fun with Braces
Halloween is a favorite holiday among children due to the festive games, imaginative costumes, and candy. Modern celebrations stem from a combination of traditions from
What is orthognathic surgery?
Orthognathic surgery is surgery to correct a wide variety of abnormalities of our patients’ jaw and teeth. The surgery is often done in conjunction with
Caring for Your Smile after Invisalign® Treatment
You have done a lot of work to get the perfect smile. You wore your Invisalign aligner trays and cared for your teeth, and now
October is National Orthodontic Health Month
What does the month of October mean to you? For people in the northern hemisphere, October is when the weather starts to get a little
What should I ask during my orthodontic consultation?
If you have been thinking about undergoing orthodontic treatment to straighten teeth or correct jaw alignment, the first step is scheduling an orthodontic consultation at
Top Things to do BEFORE You Get Braces
So you’re about to get braces. Congratulations! You are taking a very smart step to improve the health of your teeth as well as get