Congratulations! The day has finally come for your braces to come off. It’s exciting to reach the end of your initial treatment period and unveil that beautiful smile. While getting your braces removed is exciting, you’ll need smile retention to keep your new smile straight for life. Wearing a retainer consistently after your treatment and […]
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Parents ask us almost every day, “When should my child see an orthodontist?” Many parents are surprised to find out that the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child receive their first orthodontic exam by the time they turn seven. Learn more about what age to see an orthodontist and about our conservative approach to
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Wearing braces reinvigorates and restores your smile. However, it’s common to experience occasional bouts of soreness during treatment. Your jaw, gums, and teeth may feel temporary episodes of discomfort after getting your braces set in place or while wearing new aligner sets. While braces pain happens, most people agree that their gorgeous final results are worth the
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Thanks to advances in orthodontic technology and treatment techniques, the average patient today can enjoy a much more convenient and comfortable braces experience than previous generations. But even modern braces have some limitations regarding what types of food can be enjoyed – and what should be avoided. At Harvey & Thomas Orthodontics, “What can I eat with
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Many patients ask us how long they will have to wear braces. The truth is: there is no hard-and-fast rule for braces treatment length. Modern braces options have fast-tracked the alignment process, but the average length of braces wear still depends on many factors. Learn about the braces treatment duration for Damon Braces, Damon Clear braces, and clear aligners! Find out more
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One of the most frequent questions we hear from patients is “when to see an orthodontist?” Drs. Harvey and Thomas agree with the American Association of Orthodontists and strongly encourage the first orthodontic visit at age seven. Luckily, the good news is that everyone is a candidate for orthodontic treatment! Whether you are interested in Damon Braces,
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Dear Harvey & Thomas Orthodontics Family, Greetings parents and patients. We have looked forward to writing this note to let you know that our office will be opening Monday, May 4th, and we are anxious to welcome you. These last six weeks have been an unprecedented test of endurance, resilience, and sacrifice for every household.
