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The Oral Health Hazards of Smoking

By Trapnell Orthodontics | October 14, 2016

Here at Trapnell Orthodontics, we’re dedicated not just to providing the best in orthodontic care, but also in educating our patients on how to maintain sound oral health. As our infographic describes below, smoking can cause a variety of risks for your teeth, mouth, and gums. Take a look at some of the associated risks that come with smoking: If

Halloween Treats you Can Eat With Braces

By Trapnell Orthodontics | October 4, 2016

For those with braces, Halloween can get a little complicated. It’s hard to say no to all that hard-earned candy you collected while trick-or-treating. You know the foods that are best to avoid: hard candy, sticky caramels, and gum, to name a few. But the good news is, even with braces, there’s plenty of Halloween treats that you can still

10 Fun Facts About Orthodontics!

By Trapnell Orthodontics | September 27, 2016

Whether you’re wearing braces or you’re thinking about orthodontic treatment, there’s a lot of information you ought to know when it comes to straightening your smile. But that information doesn’t have to be bland and boring. Believe it or not, some information about braces can be quite fascinating. And as such, we wanted to spend some time highlighting some of

Caring for Your Retainer

By Trapnell Orthodontics | September 20, 2016

There’s nothing quite like getting your braces off. But it’s important to remember that your work isn’t finished there! Wearing your retainer after treatment is a crucial part of the process after treatment, while your teeth settle into their new alignment. That being said, we wanted to spend some time sharing some tips on how to take good care of

Common Bite Issues

By Trapnell Orthodontics | September 13, 2016

There is a variety of bite issues that can affect your oral health. Depending on the type of bite issue (occlusion) and its severity, these alignment issues can also affect one’s quality of life, creating obvious and embarrassing misalignment in the teeth, and making it difficult to chew food. The good news, however, is that these occlusions are treatable in

7 Braces Myth

By Trapnell Orthodontics | September 9, 2016

Braces remain one of the oldest and most effective orthodontic treatments out there. And they remain one of your best options for orthodontic treatment. But it’s important to remember while you’re deciding which option is best for you or your child, that there are number of myths surrounding every orthodontic treatment. In the past we’ve covered some of the most

A Brief Timeline of Orthodontic Treatments

By Trapnell Orthodontics | August 31, 2016

In the past, we’ve thoroughly covered the history of braces, which you can find here. Today, we wanted to look back on history once again and provide a timeline of some of the most significant advancements in orthodontic technology through the ages. While teeth are our thing, we enjoy a little history, too. At Trapnell Orthodontics, we’re excited about the

Tips to Avoiding Periodontal Disease With Braces

By Trapnell Orthodontics | August 24, 2016

Maintaining proper dental hygiene is tricky with braces, no doubt. While it might take some extra work, it’s certainly possible to keep your oral health in good standing throughout your time with braces. When dental hygiene falls to the wayside, bacteria can take hold below the gum line and lead to early forms of periodontal disease. Trapnell Orthodontics is

How Can You Protect Your Child’s Teeth During Sports?

By Trapnell Orthodontics | August 16, 2016

With summer sports like baseball and soccer in full force, and football coming up in the next month, you might be worried about your little athlete’s teeth. You’ve seen those professional hockey players smiling with gaps in their teeth, and you’d hate to see your child experience the same. While on some level, sports are invariably dangerous, there’s also steps

Dental Debate: Should You Floss Your Teeth?

By Trapnell Orthodontics | August 10, 2016

In the last couple of weeks, there’s been a lot of debate and controversy surrounding flossing and its benefits. In short, numerous experts have come out to say flossing could be a waste of time, as it’s not proven to promote oral health in the long run. Of course, plenty of experts also disagree with the statement, arguing it is