Once you or your child are fitted for a retainer, you most likely expect it to last. Unfortunately, there are situations where it may feel uncomfortable and no longer fit if not used correctly during treatment. When top rated Oxford orthodontist, Dr. Wilson takes the braces off, it’s not uncommon for a patient to slide…
Monthly Archives:April 2016
While the aim of braces is to improve the working order of your mouth, they do require a bit more effort when it comes to the everyday maintenance of your teeth. Luckily, Dr. Mike Wilson, our award-winning orthodontist in Durham, NC shares what tools available on the market to make the cleaning process with braces easier…
When you begin wearing braces, there are foods that can jeopardize your mouth, teeth and orthodontic treatment. You can run the risk and continue to eat these foods, but they may cause some concerns that will prolong your treatment time with braces and slow the straightening process. Hard, chewy and sticky foods not only damage the…
