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When should my child be seen for an orthodontic evaluation?

November 19th, 2013

Thanks for asking! It really depends on the dental age of the patient rather than their chronological age. Usually a good time to have your child evaluated by an orthodontist is after the front permanent teeth have erupted into the mouth or if there appears to be extreme crowding of the teeth. The American Association…
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The Effects of Biting Your Nails

November 12th, 2013

Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids between the ages of ten and 18 have been nail biters at one time or another. Experts say that about 30 percent of children and…
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Keep that candy at bay during your treatment!

November 7th, 2013

Now that you have braces, it is more important than ever to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment, as Dr. Bomeli will tell you. While we trust you will continue brushing and flossing on a regular basis throughout your treatment at Solon Orthodontics, you also have to mindful of what you eat. While all…
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Halloween at Solon Orthodontics!

November 5th, 2013

A few of our staff members dressed up for Halloween! We had everyone from Duck Dynasty to Batman! We kept busy at work, but we had fun celebrating Halloween! We hope you had a great Halloween too!