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Why Mail Order Orthodontics is a Bad Idea During Coronavirus

With the spread of COVID-19 rapidly changing our “new normal,” mail-order orthodontic is on the rise. From social media ads to TV commercials, the convenience of mail-order orthodontics becomes more appealing when you’re stuck at home. At Advanced Orthodontics, we understand that everyone wants a smile they can be proud of. For this reason, we will explain why

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Step Up Your Selfie Game with Orthodontics

Every patient has their own reasons for deciding to undergo orthodontic treatment. For adolescents and teens, image has always been a key factor in social integration, and in today’s beauty-conscious society, a beautiful smile is high on their list of priorities. The ever-popular selfie gives teens a confidence boost and social media is the ideal platform to broadcast

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The “New Normal” of Orthodontics After Coronavirus

It’s no secret that the spread of COVID-19 has drastically changed how we all live today. Now that many businesses are finally allowed to re-open, it’s time to attend your first orthodontic appointment. To help you prepare for the “new normal,” Dr. Barton Soper and his team at Advanced Orthodontics will explain a few changes you can expect at

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5 Home Care Hacks for Clear Aligners

At Advanced Orthodontics, we do our best to remain available for orthodontic emergencies. Please call our office if you think you are experiencing an orthodontic emergency. We don’t want you to feel like you’re on your own when it comes to your orthodontic treatment. That being said, sometimes our patients run into problems or experience discomfort at a

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What About My Braces During COVID-19?

With the rapid spread of COVID-19 forcing many orthodontic and dental offices to temporarily close, it is more important now than ever to practice good oral hygiene. Although we may not be sure exactly when our practice will be able to open its doors again, your smile is still our priority. For those currently undergoing orthodontic treatment, Dr.

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We’re going virtual!

Dear Patients, In order to ensure the safety of our patients, our team and the community at large during the COVID-19 outbreak, we are proactively adapting the way that we provide orthodontic treatment. What this means for you: Dental Monitoring patients will continue as usual, with weekly remote checkups. For Invisalign, if you haven’t already, you may come by

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ADVANCED ORTHODONTICS INTRODUCES VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS

ADVANCED ORTHODONTICS INTRODUCES VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS Remote treatment monitoring reduces in-office visits and speeds up total treatment time March 12, 2020 (Burien, WA) – Advanced Orthodontics announces the addition of remote patient treatment monitoring in its three Seattle-area practice locations: Bellevue, Burien and Kent, WA. The goal of this new patient-focused service is to reduce the frequency of office

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Why I Do Need To Wear Elastics?

Elastics, also known as rubber bands, are a very normal part of orthodontic treatment. However, we know that people sometimes find them to be a nuisance or difficult to adjust to wearing. It is important to know that Dr. Barton Soper and his team at Advanced Orthodontics has you wearing elastics because they are essential to the completion of

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Invisalign First – Now Available For Kids as Young as Seven!

A clear solution for our littlest patients! At Advanced Orthodontics, we highly recommend having your child seen by an experienced orthodontist around their 7th birthday. Why so soon? Early orthodontic treatment isn’t for everyone but in specific cases, a child comes to us with moderate to severe orthodontic issues that just can’t wait for later treatment. This is

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