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  • Don’t let braces ruin your Halloween
    Halloween is a time to enjoy delicious candies you might avoid the rest of the year. Youngsters who get to dress up and ask for sweet treats out trick-or-treating cherish Read more
  • What is a water pick and do I need one?
    Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and Read more
  • Common Malocclusions
    When we think orthodontics, we commonly think teeth. Naturally! Straight teeth and a beaming smile are everyone’s orthodontic goal. But orthodontics is a field which specializes in more than misaligned Read more
  • 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 chilly: heavy jackets might come Read more
  • Common Braces Problems
    It’s useful to know some of the common problems that can arise when you get braces. Even if you take great care of your braces and teeth, you might not Read more
  • I have halitosis. What can I do?
    Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” the doctor and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few: Gum disease Read more
  • How does wisdom tooth removal affect orthodontic care?
    The purpose of braces and other forms of orthodontic treatment at Jordan Orthodontics is to correct malocclusion, also known as crooked or crowded teeth, or “bad bites.” Past orthodontic practice Read more
  • September is Self-Improvement Month!
    These days, Americans everywhere are putting greater emphasis on health and self-improvement, and more people are seeking orthodontic treatment to improve their smile. September happens to be Self-Improvement Month, and Read more
  • Happy Labor Day!
    Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
  • Five “Don’ts” When You Wear Aligners
    Choosing clear aligners was a great decision on your part! Straight teeth and a healthy bite? Subtle, almost invisible aligners? 3D technology custom-designed just for you? All the positives we’ve Read more
  • Keeping It Clean—Better for Your Retainer, Better for Your Oral Health!
    Now that you’ve graduated from your braces or aligners, you might think you’re finished with orthodontic cleaning tips. Not quite yet! Your retainer needs love, too—not just because it can Read more
  • When should my child be seen for an orthodontic evaluation?
    Thanks for asking! It really depends on the dental age of the patient rather than their chronological age. Usually a good time to have your child evaluated by an orthodontist Read more
  • Heading Back to School? Save Some Room in Your Backpack!
    If you’re heading back to classes in the next few weeks, you’re probably getting your gear together now. So let’s talk about some of the items you can pack to Read more
  • Orthodontic Care on the Go!
    Whether you’re heading out for a day with friends or running from classroom to volleyball practice, you don’t always have the luxury of taking care of your braces or aligners Read more
  • Orthodontic Care on the Go!
    Whether you’re heading out for a day with friends or running from classroom to volleyball practice, you don’t always have the luxury of taking care of your braces or aligners Read more
  • Five Tips in Caring for Your Braces During Orthodontic Treatment
    After getting your braces, it is important to know how to take care of your teeth in order to ensure that your braces stay intact and do their job so Read more