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There’s no denying the aesthetic benefits of straighter, healthier-looking teeth. But cosmetic improvement is just one benefit of orthodontics. Here are five other advantages you should consider.

Your braces are off, so your treatment is over, right? Not so fast. Now it’s time for your retainer to go to work. Your retainer helps “lock” your teeth into their new alignment. Here’s how to make sure you get all the benefits your retainer offers.

Braces can dramatically improve the way your smile looks, and they can improve your oral health too. But even with those benefits, most patients have one big question in mind: When will my braces come off? Here’s the answer.

A beautiful smile is one of the biggest benefits of having your teeth straightened — but it’s not the only one. Orthodontic treatment offers health benefits too — including these seven.

Dental anxiety among children is more common than you might think. Learn how to help your child overcome their fears of going to the dentist so they can get the dental care they need.

Orthodontic surgery is used to correct significant jaw issues, including problems with symmetry and alignment. If orthodontic surgery is in your future, here’s what you can expect during and after your procedure.

Braces offer lots of benefits, like a more beautiful smile and better oral health. But brushing and flossing can take a little getting used to. The good news: With a little practice, you’ll become an expert in no time. Use these tips to get started.

If you’re getting braces, that means you’ll also be getting impressions — models of your teeth that help guide treatment. At Freedom Orthodontics, we use digital impressions. Here are four ways we think they’re better than traditional putty molds.

Delaying orthodontic care can add months or even years to your treatment time, plus it can leave you open to other dental problems too. Here’s how we’re keeping our patients safe so they can continue to get the care they need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Braces aren’t just about beautiful smiles (although that’s certainly important). They offer plenty of other benefits too — for patients of all ages. Here are six reasons braces could be a good choice for your health and lifestyle.

Brackets play an important role in your orthodontic treatment, so when one breaks, it might seem like a major problem. The good news? Broken brackets can be easily fixed. Here’s what to do if you break a bracket.

Your braces or aligners have done their job. Now it’s time to forget about orthodontics and just enjoy that beautiful smile, right? Not so fast. Wearing a retainer is part of your treatment — and if you skip it, you’ll almost certainly regret it.

Orthodontic treatment isn’t just for kids. Plenty of adults have braces and aligners too. Still, some adults worry they might be too old for orthodontics. So, just how old is too old for braces? The answer might surprise you.

Having impressions made is the first step in orthodontic treatment, whether you’re getting metal or ceramic braces or aligners. We offer state-of-the-art digital impressions instead of “traditional” putty impressions. Here’s why.

Getting Invisalign® is a big decision. Follow these tips on taking care of your trays, and the effort will be worth it! You’ll enjoy a straight, gorgeous smile.

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.