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Back to School Trivia Contest at Kennell Orthodontics!
November 2nd, 2012
Don’t forget to enter our “Back to School” Trivia Contest for your chance to win an awesome Kindle Fire! You can enter by picking up an entry form in our office, or print one out at home by clicking the form below: Contest ends December 1st. Must be a patient of Kennell Orthodontics to enter. [...]
Besides Straight Teeth, What are the Benefits of Braces?
October 25th, 2012
Everyone wants a naturally aligned and beautiful smile, and it is no secret that orthodontic braces can help deliver one. However, there are greater benefits to wearing braces than just having straight teeth. You’ll gain many oral health benefits in addition to the cosmetic ones. Tooth Decay and Gum Disease Crooked or crowded teeth may [...]
Rubber Band Horoscopes: What Your Color Says About You
October 17th, 2012
One exciting part about wearing braces is getting to choose the colors of your rubber bands. Orthodontists place elastic bands, or ligatures, over each bracket to secure the archwire in place. These rubber bands may be individual or connected, depending on your mouth’s needs. You have the option of choosing the color of your elastics, [...]
Permanent or Removable Retainers: Which is Right for You?
October 12th, 2012
When the time to remove your braces finally arrives, it is very exciting. Unfortunately, it can be somewhat confusing, too, because you are faced with choosing between two kinds of retainers. Should you go with permanent, removable, or a combination of the two? It is always wise to follow your dentist’s recommendations, but knowing more [...]
