The Surprising Connection Between Posture, Bite Alignment, and Jaw Pain

Did you know that your posture could potentially be contributing to constant jaw pain, or even your overbite or underbite? It might seem surprising, but the way that you hold your neck, head, and spine can actually greatly influence your jaw position and how your teeth fit together. Here’s a closer look at the curious connection, along with what you can do to address both issues and achieve better oral and overall health, including seeking orthodontic treatment.  

There are plenty of myths floating around about braces, but some are downright silly – like the notion that they make it impossible to kiss your partner or have a successful dating life! While they do make some things challenging, and while there are some considerations you’ll want to take, having braces will not negatively impact your romantic life. Continue reading to learn four useful tips for ensuring that, as you date and/or kiss your partner, your braces don’t cause any issues for either of you.

From slight gaps in the teeth to overcrowding, traditional orthodontics and modern alternatives (like Invisalign) can address misaligned teeth and bite issues quite well. And as a result, you can enjoy a beautifully straight smile and all of the confidence-boosting perks that come with that. But did you know that braces can save you money as well? Keep reading to learn more!

Whether you’re about to start orthodontic treatment, or you’re already a few months in, you’ve probably thought at least once or twice about how great it’s going to feel once those braces come off and you can enjoy your new and improved smile! However, the results won’t be anywhere near as beautiful as you’d like if your teeth are brittle, stained, and weak. With this in mind, you’ll want to be certain that you’re adding certain vitamins into your diet to ensure healthy teeth all throughout your treatment; here’s what you need to know.

Even if you have Halloween on your mind, don’t think October is just about spooky stuff. The truth is that today is World Smile Day – an occasion when you should celebrate your grin! Given this fact, remember to share your dazzling teeth and spread some goodwill while you can. Your Grafton orthodontist will even help you along. Now, read on to learn about World Smile Day and how to celebrate it in your community.

Are you interested in straightening your teeth? Whether you’re unhappy with minor gaps or severely crowded teeth, traditional orthodontics can gradually guide your pearly whites into their properly aligned positions. But what does getting braces actually feel like? This question is one that many patients find themselves wondering before committing to treatment. Here’s what you need to know.

Over the last few months or years, have you noticed that your teeth are starting to drift out of position. This is known as orthodontic relapse, and it happens to upwards of 50% of patients following their orthodontic treatment. If you’re one of them, then you might be tempted to start wearing your retainer again. Before you do, keep reading to find out if retainers can re-straighten teeth.

Whether you just had your first appointment or you’re rapidly approaching the end of your orthodontic treatment, you might be wondering what happens after you’re done with braces. It’s a great question, especially since you want to avoid orthodontic relapse (the phenomenon where your teeth begin to move out of their perfectly aligned positions). Below, you’ll find information on what to expect after your final appointment, including how to care for your retainer.

As a parent, you probably know first-hand just how picky children can be when it comes to eating—and you might go to great lengths just to find simple choices for your kiddo to snack on at lunch during school. That said, if your child has braces, you mightfeel like your options are even more limited; however, this is not the case at all! In reality, all sorts of food options are both tasty and braces-friendly, and some that even the pickiest of eaters will find themselves craving. Keep reading to learn about a few great braces-friendly lunch options, along with some things that shouldn’t be included.

Invisalign is one of the hottest options around when it comes to orthodontic treatment, as the aligners allow for realignment in a very discreet manner. However, braces still hold their own when it comes to correcting the most stubborn of misalignment issues. There are several distinctions between these two options, and both can offer certain advantages—so how do you know which to choose? Here’s a look at the respective benefits of each option to help you decide.