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Braces Durham, NC, Specialist Answers: How Much Does Invisalign Cost?

If you’re looking to attain the perfect smile with Invisalign, you’re in the right place! Invisalign aligners are perfect if you want to straighten your smile discreetly, as they are nearly invisible! A common question for anyone considering Invisalign is “how much does Invisalign cost?” It’s understandable to be concerned about the cost of orthodontic treatment, but it doesn’t have to hold you back in

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What Is A Water Pick And Do You Need One? By Your Favorite Orthodontist In Durham, NC

While braces aim 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 are available on the market to make the cleaning process with braces easier and more effective. A water pick or oral irrigator moves around and through

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Proper Use Of Your Braces By Durham, NC’s Favorite Orthodontist

When you have braces, proper use of your appliances is a ‘must’ to ensure a timely orthodontic treatment process. Each piece of equipment has a specific function, exerting corrective pressure on your teeth to move them or keep them still. From your spacers to your retainers, and anything in between, following your orthodontist’s guidelines brings it all together, for the best possible end results after

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Eating Well With Braces By Top Rated Durham & Oxford NC Orthodontist

Learning to eat with your metal braces can be a bit challenging. But it certainly doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your favorite foods while wearing braces. While it’s true that some foods pose certain risks to your braces, there are still many foods you can continue to enjoy. By simply modifying your diet now, you can keep your treatment process with braces on track and

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Flossing With Braces: Simple Steps & Tools

After brushing, the next step to achieving a squeaky clean mouth with braces is efficient flossing techniques. Braces make it easier for food to get stuck. Dislodging those pesky little particles from behind your braces and wires not only ensures a healthier mouth, but also a more comfortable experience with braces and orthodontics. Brushing alone is often not enough to ensure the healthiest teeth and

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Easy Brushing Tips While Wearing Braces By Top Rated Durham & Oxford Orthodontist

While brushing is always an important part of your dental hygiene routine, brushing your teeth is especially important while wearing braces.   Food and plaque often get caught behind the wires and brackets of your braces. When not regularly removed, it can set the stage for staining and gingivitis. The last thing you probably want once your braces are removed is to have new problems, requiring additional

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Life With Braces: Your Treatment Guide Overview

Perhaps you went to the orthodontist in either Durham or Oxford, North Carolina, and he or she suggested braces and orthodontic treatment to correct some dental concerns you (or a loved one) experience. Maybe you have crowding or crooked teeth, or a misaligned bite. Metal braces are the traditional orthodontic solution and the most common type of braces for straightening teeth. Now, braces might not sound

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Wilson Orthodontics Presents…The ABC’s Of Braces & Orthodontics

Here at Wilson Orthodontics for braces in Durham and Oxford NC, we know that braces and orthodontic treatment may seem a bit daunting to understand for many but with the 2015-16 school season closing in, now is the best time to learn what some call the “ABC’s of Orthodontics.” Simply put, “A” is for age, “B” is for braces, and “C” is cost and/or choice.

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Did You Know? Fun Facts About Animal Teeth

We dug up some interesting information about different types of species and their teeth we thought everyone might enjoy reading on our blog at Wilson Orthodontics of Durham & Oxford, North Carolina (NC). Thanks for visiting our blog and enjoy the post. Feel free to share it with your friends in Durham and Oxford NC. Elephants: Did you know their tusks are overgrown incisors used for

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