
June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play

The Truth about TMJ
TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does

What are lingual braces?
Incognito™ lingual braces offer the effectiveness of traditional braces minus the look of a mouth full of metal. They’re placed on the back of your

Stars Who Had Braces
Not everyone is born with a million-dollar smile, not even some celebrities. The following stars have all had their moments as a “brace face,” either

How does wisdom tooth removal affect orthodontic care?
The purpose of braces and other forms of orthodontic treatment at Family Orthodontics in Jupiter, FL is to correct malocclusion, also known as crooked or
What are the advantages of lingual braces?
Dr. Christopher West and our team get this question a lot. The word lingual means tongue, and lingual braces work in a similar fashion to
Braces-Friendly Foods
Having braces can be frustrating when you have to be cautious about eating certain foods or having to avoid them altogether. Making sure your braces
Smile with Invisalign Teen®!
Invisalign Teen is designed with today’s youth in mind. These clear, removable orthodontic aligners can straighten your teeth without the need for metal wires and
Invisalign Teen®: What Parents Should Know
Parents want the best for their teens and often ask us about the perks of Invisalign Teen clear aligners compared to traditional braces. Invisalign treatment

Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially