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How to Floss with Braces

July 30th, 2015

The Smedley Orthodontics, LTD team knows that oral hygiene is important, whether you have braces on your teeth or not. But if you are a person who wears braces, caring for your teeth and gums can become somewhat challenging. Without daily oral hygiene practices, you may become prone to cavities and tooth decay during your…
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Your Five-Step Guide to Preventing Tooth Decay While Wearing Braces

July 23rd, 2015

If you’re wearing braces, then you know they are working hard to straighten your teeth. However, those hard-working braces are also preventing you from easily cleaning your teeth. It is essential that you put some extra attention into preventing tooth decay while wearing your braces. When your braces are finally removed by Dr. Larry Smedley,…
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Should I use a water pick during my treatment?

July 16th, 2015

Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey and our team at Smedley Orthodontics, LTD know that for some of our patients wearing braces, it can be difficult to weave through those wires and brackets as you brush and floss during your treatment. Some of our patients use a water pick to…
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Early Orthodontics

July 9th, 2015

The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit Smedley Orthodontics, LTD for a consultation with Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early…
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