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Are You Too Old For Braces? When you think of braces, who do you picture wearing them? If you’re like most Americans, children and teens come to mind. If you’re unhappy with your smile, you probably think you missed your chance for straight teeth, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Thanks to advances in technology, orthodontic

Orthodontic Treatment: One Phase Or Two? Did you know that orthodontic treatment is not just for teens and adults? In fact, the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends that by the age of 7, children should have an initial orthodontic consultation. These comprehensive consultations determine whether or not a child’s teeth are developing properly or if early orthodontic

What is the Value of Orthodontic Treatment? Did you know that orthodontic treatment is more than just straightening teeth? The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) states, “The goal of orthodontic treatment is a beautiful smile and a good bite—meaning straight teeth that mesh well with the teeth in the opposite jaw and look great.” A straighter smile isn’t

The Top 3 Best Drinks For Your Teeth While some drinks, such as soda, fruit juices, and coffee, can have a negative effect on your teeth, there are still options available to quench your thirst without compromising your orthodontic treatment. Milk  Not only can it help build strong bones, but milk is a great source of calcium. Calcium

What To Ask At An Orthodontic Consultation Orthodontic consultations are often times a complimentary introduction for orthodontists, like Dr. Harold Enoch and Dr. Amir Lamei at Enoch & Lamei Orthodontics, to get to know you and your oral health concerns. The best thing you can do to make the most of your consultation is to prepare a list

Diabetes and Orthodontics: What You Need to Know Although diabetes has become a fairly common disease in recent years, it is still very serious and should be managed properly to avoid damaging effects to the body. These damaging effects include threats to your oral health that can greatly influence your orthodontic treatment. Diabetes and Gum Disease The connection

What to Expect From Your First Week of Braces You’re getting your braces put on for the first time and you’re not sure what to expect. One thing is for sure; your oral hygiene practices will definitely change. To help prepare you for what’s in store and make the most of your orthodontic treatment, we at Enoch &

Do Your Gums Bleed When Flossing? It’s the start of a new day and you’re going through the motions of your morning routine. As you begin flossing, you notice your gums start to bleed in some areas. Is this normal? While bleeding gums from flossing does not mean your mouth isn’t clean, it can be a sign that