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5 Benefits of Invisalign

By Trapnell Orthodontics | February 1, 2023

We’re big fans of Invisalign because we’ve seen the amazing things it can do. After seeing countless lives changed, we can’t stop talking about it! Here are 5 benefits of Invisalign that will make you love Invisalign, too. 1. It’s Comfortable One of the most common reasons our patients say that they prefer Invisalign over braces is that Invisalign aligners

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New Year’s Resolutions Made Easy

By Trapnell Orthodontics | January 2, 2023

Do you have goals for your dental health in the new year? Resolutions can be a great way to motivate yourself, but sometimes they can be difficult to stick with. Here are our tips for new year’s resolutions made easy with a few simple steps. What Are Your Dental Goals? Before we dig into our tips for new year’s resolutions

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5 Festive Holiday Treats for People with Braces

By Trapnell Orthodontics | December 1, 2022

Holiday treats play a big part in many of our favorite holiday memories. Unfortunately, not all holiday treats are safe for braces, but many delicious ones are. We know you’ll enjoy starting new traditions and making new memories with these 5 festive holiday treats for people with braces. 1. Pudding Pudding is always super easy go-to for a braces-friendly treat.

Hitting the Road with New Braces

By Trapnell Orthodontics | November 1, 2022

Hitting the road with new braces can feel nerve-wracking! It’s totally normal to feel that way! In fact, many of our patients tell us that they feel nervous! But it’s no problem when you go prepared! Here’s your travel guide for your new braces. New Braces Packing List When you travel with braces, it’s important to pack all the essentials

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Halloween Candy and Your Braces

By Trapnell Orthodontics | October 3, 2022

Trick or treat season is here! You might have heard that Halloween candy and your braces can be a bad combo, and that’s true! But not when you choose braces-safe candy! Here’s how to know which options are safe for braces. Candies to Avoid When You Have Braces Let’s talk about Halloween candy and your braces. It’s hard to think

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Braces are Cool for School

By Trapnell Orthodontics | September 1, 2022

Important news flash: Braces are cool for school! Not only do they help make your smile healthy and straight, but they can also be a great way to express your style! Keep reading to learn how to enjoy your braces to the fullest as you head back to school this fall. A Healthy Smile is a Great Smile You probably

Our Favorite Braces-Friendly Foods

By Trapnell Orthodontics | August 1, 2022

Finding snacks can seem really tough when you’re new to braces. Or when you’re bored of your go-to’s! We’re here to help. Here are our favorite braces-friendly foods to help you find your new favorite snack. Unfriendly Foods When you have braces, it’s important to know which foods are safe to eat or not, so you can keep your braces

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Braces Care on the Road

By Trapnell Orthodontics | July 1, 2022

Summer is here! The sky is blue and full of bright sunshine! It’s time for road trips with friends and family! Read on to learn what you need to know before you go about braces care on the road so you can be prepared. Braces Care Before You Go One of our top tips for braces care on the road

How to Fix Broken Braces

By Trapnell Orthodontics | June 1, 2022

If you’re suffering from a broken or loose braces bracket or wire, don’t freak out! It’s happened to almost everyone who has had braces at one time or another! Sometimes more than once! It’s usually a quick and easy fix. Here’s what you need to know about how to fix broken braces until you can get to an orthodontist for

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5 Tips for Flossing with Braces

By Trapnell Orthodontics | May 2, 2022

Getting orthodontic treatment is exciting! Braces are great, but they can also make some things more difficult. Flossing can be one of these things. Here are 5 tips for flossing with braces to help you keep your teeth and braces healthy and sparkling clean. 1. No-shred Floss One of our top tips for flossing with braces is fairly simple: make