How do you see yourself? Using little more than a pencil, a pad of paper, and a handful of strangers, Wilson Orthodontics in Durham, NC tackles the hot topics of body image and self-esteem, with results that are as unexpected as they are inspiring. Our Own Worst Critic If someone asked you what you like about yourself, how easy would it be to answer? It’s generally
What Is AcceleDent? AcceleDent is a trending accelerated treatment aiding orthodontic patients in pursuing their goals in a fast, safe, and effective manner. Durham, NC, orthodontist, Dr. Wilson, is one of the leading AcceleDent doctors in and around the Durham and Oxford, NC area. The Exclusive Soft Pulse Technology ® applies precisely calibrated micro pulses to gently accelerate the movement of your teeth as they are
Adult Treatment: Transforming Your Smile Our teeth shift as we get older, regardless of whether we’ve had braces when we were younger. Sometimes they shift rapidly and move enough to cause concern that our smile isn’t what it once was or all it could be. A healthy and confident smile from your Oxford, NC, orthodontist is not just for young people, and many adults might
When discussing braces or orthodontics, your Oxford orthodontist might refer to a “perfect bite,” but what does that really mean? Here’s some insight into what your smile should optimally look like and how braces or Invisalign can help you get there. What is Normal? First things first: The perfect smile does not exist. Your grin is the culmination of a whole host of factors including
Wearing or not wearing rubber bands are not the only options. Get the help you need for your rubber bands from your Durham, NC, orthodontist, Dr. Wilson. What is the Purpose of Your Rubber Bands? Patients with ceramic or metal braces may also be using rubber bands that work with their braces. Rubber bands are used to provide you with better treatment and improved outcomes.
In today’s digital world, you can buy almost anything you want on the Internet. This includes finding the do it yourself information that goes along with it. Everyone wants to save money every way they can. However, some people are learning the hard way that doing it yourself isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, especially when straightening your teeth at home. Tina Hicks lost
May is National Fitness and Sports Month, so let’s all take advantage of the warmer weather and Beyonce to get moving with exercise and healthier lifestyles to improve physical fitness. Active kids do better with 60 minutes or more of physical activity each day. Research shows that when children are physically active, they achieve higher grades, record better attendance, and their behavior improves. Both exercise
All of us here at Wilson Orthodontics in Durham and Oxford NC have heard the expression “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Taking this to heart can make our teeth stronger and brighter if we eat the right foods to support that healthy smile. Even though Veneers, crowns, and fillings, along with professional whitening can make your teeth stronger and brighter,
Many parents aren’t getting the message that sugary drinks, other than soda, are not healthy alternatives for your kids. As orthodontic treatment providers, we are not only concerned the added sugar is unhealthy in our kids diets, the drinks also promote decalcification or permanent white marks around brackets if patients are not brushing or rinsing their mouths after drinking. The Rudd Center for Food Policy
Whether you are Irish or not, St Patrick’s Day brings out the Irish in everyone, kids and adults alike. Many patients ask for green colored elastics in March! Whether you go to a party, watch a parade, eat green soup, or just put on a green hat, St Patrick’s Day has become a holiday fixture in the US. The holiday originated as a commemoration of
