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Ceramic Braces

December 5th, 2018

Congratulations! You have made the decision to get orthodontic treatment at our Solon, OH office. Now it’s time to choose among your various appliance options. Traditional metal brackets and wires, lingual braces, a series of aligners—they all have positives to recommend them. And for some people, ceramic braces are the clear favorite. Ceramic braces work…
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Safety of Dental X-Ray Radiation

November 13th, 2018

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Solon, OH office for checkups and necessary dental work. And that dental work might require an X-ray. Should the amount of radiation in an X-ray concern us? First, it is helpful to know that…
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Does my child need two-phase treatment?

November 6th, 2018

You might be surprised to see one of your second grader’s friends with a dental appliance. Isn’t orthodontic work just for teenagers? And, if not, should your seven-year-old be sporting braces right now? The answer to both of those questions is “Not necessarily.” Two-phase treatment is a process designed to correct issues that arise during…
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A Fun Halloween with Braces

October 30th, 2018

Having teeth encased in braces can be discouraging during Halloween. If you or your child has braces, there are certain candies to avoid this holiday season—and in general—while you have braces. Candy can be tempting, especially for children. But don’t worry; other sweet treat options can readily take their place. Take a look at the…
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