What To Expect When Getting Your Braces

2024-06-21T11:16:33-04:00February 1st, 2024|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

At Wake Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, we know from our years of orthodontic practice that most patients who opt for traditional braces have some concerns about potential discomfort or pain during their treatment. Our orthodontic team is dedicated to making your course of orthodontic treatment as smooth and painless as possible; and we believe that [...]

Braces: More Than Meets The Eye

2024-06-21T11:30:08-04:00November 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Braces are a common sight in orthodontic offices, but did you know there's more to them than straightening teeth? Here are five fun facts about their history that may surprise you: Fun Facts About Braces Braces have been around for centuries. The ancient Egyptians are believed to have used a crude form made from animal [...]

Frequently Asked Questions About Braces

2024-06-21T11:49:31-04:00August 1st, 2023|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Undergoing orthodontic treatment is a life-changing experience! A new smile not only impacts your self esteem and confidence, but it also improves your oral health and your overall health. Braces are the most well-known form of orthodontic treatment. You probably know several people who have had them. Even still, you probably have some questions you’d [...]

How Technology Has Improved Orthodontic Treatment

2025-08-21T14:49:12-04:00December 1st, 2022|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Over the years, orthodontic treatment has changed from cumbersome metal brackets and wires to a wide range of solutions for correcting bites and improving smiles. With many types of braces available and a wide range of modern imaging techniques, having your teeth straightened has never been easier, and it's all due to advances in technology. [...]

The Braces Evolution

2024-07-23T15:18:56-04:00May 1st, 2021|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , |

Did you know that even in ancient times, people wanted to improve the look and function of their smiles? At Wake Orthodontics we think of modern orthodontic appliance as sleek, efficient technology, but this was not always so! Take a look at the highlights of the evolution of  braces. Ancient Times: From Greece to Rome [...]

Athletes, Braces and Mouthguards

2024-07-24T08:36:23-04:00August 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , , |

If you are playing sports with braces, especially any kind of contact sport, it is very important that you are protecting your mouth. One of the best ways to do this is by wearing a mouthguard. People generally have questions when it comes to sports, braces and mouthguards, and it is important that these questions [...]

Shifting Teeth: How Orthodontics Really Work

2024-07-24T08:55:59-04:00April 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: , , |

The evidence is undeniable: braces are an essential element of modern dental care. Not only do braces improve the appearance of the smile by shifting teeth, but they also prevent dental caries (cavities) by making regular brushings and cleanings more effective. If you have been considering orthodontic treatment but still have questions regarding how the procedure [...]

Braces and Cavities – Great Oral Hygiene and Prevention

2026-01-22T08:48:31-05:00February 1st, 2020|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry|Tags: , , |

Many people who wear braces, both adults and children, tend to forget about general oral hygiene. It's harder to brush your teeth, as a large portion of them are covered with metal. Then, there are the rubber bands, the tightening wires, and other wires that make it even more difficult to brush, floss, and keep [...]

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