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10 Chipped or Cracked Tooth Treatments

10 Chipped or Cracked Tooth Treatments Chipping or cracking a tooth is a terrifying thing to think about. However, if you can be prepared, it might not turn out to be the nightmare you expected. Read on for our best solutions on how to handle a chipped or cracked tooth and avoid dental distress from Dr. Barton Soper,

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Essential Daily Care Practices for Your Teeth

Essential Daily Care Practices for Your Teeth Maintaining your health and wellness is a crucial part of living a long and enjoyable life. This includes taking good care of your teeth on a daily basis. While you should visit your dentist at least twice a year for a regular checkup and cleaning, they alone cannot account for your

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A Smile A Day

A Smile A Day A smile a day does a lot more than just make you appear happy, it can actually have positive benefits for your overall health! Your dentist and orthodontist are hard at work helping you create and maintain teeth that will keep you smiling for a lifetime. While smiling can seem very superficial initially, a

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Orthodontics for Every Stage of Life

Orthodontic treatment isn’t just about enhancing appearances; it’s about fostering lifelong confidence and dental health for individuals of every age group. Today, adults are increasingly aware of the significance of a captivating smile and its enduring impact. In an era marked by longer life expectancies, the value of a healthy, appealing smile remains consistent regardless of age. At

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DIY Orthodontics: A Cautionary Tale

In this age of limitless digital information and easy online access, the temptation to opt for do-it-yourself (DIY) solutions for almost anything has become enticing. However, when it comes to matters as intricate as aligning your teeth, DIY orthodontics might not only be ineffective but could pose severe risks to your dental health.

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How to Keep Your Retainers Safe

You did it! After months or even years of wearing braces, your teeth are finally straight and your smile is beautiful. But before you can fully enjoy your new smile, there is one more thing you need to do: wear your retainers. Retainers are essential for keeping your teeth in their new position and maintaining your straight, healthy

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5 Dental-Friendly Foods for a Stronger, Brighter Smile

Orthodontists Dr. Barton Soper, Dr. Lauren Lewandowski, Dr. Mohammad Mainayar, and Dr. Gabriela Aragon and the dedicated team at Advanced Orthodontics in Bellevue, WA understand that maintaining a healthy smile involves more than just regular brushing and flossing. It also means making thoughtful choices when it comes to your diet. We are firm believers in the power of

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Trick-or-Teeth: How to Safeguard Your Smile during Halloween

Halloween is certainly something to look forward to! Crafting an amazing costume, attending parties, maybe even braving a haunted house. But, with all the sugary treats making their way into your life, we’d be remiss if we didn’t warn you about the true Halloween horror – tooth decay.    If you have braces, an appliance, or Invisalign aligners,

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Do I Have to Get Invisalign from an Orthodontist?

The real answer to this question is yes. You might see advertisements online or in magazines for services that bypass the orthodontist to get you clear aligners. These services are typically referred to as mail-in orthodontics. Many adults who seek orthodontic care later in life view the orthodontist as a hassle and may be more likely to try

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