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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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Dr. Barton Soper

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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4 Surprising Foods that can Cause Bad Breath

Everyone knows that garlic and onions are the usual culprits for bad breath. But do you know what other foods may be causing your stinky breath? For some people, bad breath can be genetic. However, whether you’re wearing braces or not, certain foods in your daily routine could be to blame. Read on to find out what Dr.

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How a Little Sunshine Helps Teeth During Orthodontic Treatment

Who doesn’t love to catch some sun rays? Well sunshine lovers, Dr. Barton Soper at Advanced Orthodontics has news for you! A little sunshine actually HELPS your teeth during orthodontic treatment! Sunshine has been found to improve mood, our immune functions, and increases vitamin D production in our bodies. The Importance of Vitamin D While in braces, healthy

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Hey Runners! Pay Special Attention To Your Oral Health

We know that exercise is very important for both our mental and physical health. However, have you thought about the effects of running on your oral health? While those two things may seem unrelated, they’re actually not. Fear not. Dr. Barton Soper at Advanced Orthodontics will explain the correlation between running and oral health. Oral Health and Running While

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5 Tips for Teaching Kids How to Brush

Good oral hygiene is a crucial part of a person’s health. Thus, it is imperative that parents help teach their kids not only to brush their teeth twice a day but also how to do so effectively. Rather than making it a chore, try to make cleaning their teeth a fun and enjoyable experience. To help, Dr. Barton

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