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Valentine's Day History

February 12th, 2015

Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people don’t realize is that the modern Valentine’s Day celebration arose from a religious holiday. St. Valentine’s Day was originally celebrated as a religious feast day…
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Ugh, Not Braces!

February 5th, 2015

Getting your child excited about braces is a lot like: A) convincing a grumpy toddler that it’s time to take a nap? B) convincing a teenager to stop texting during dinner? C) convincing your husband to eat his peas? The answer, obviously, is all of the above. And that’s why you may need a few…
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How to Protect Your Braces During Sports Activities

January 29th, 2015

Proper mouth protection is recommended by Smedley Orthodontics, LTD when you participate in any sports activities. If you wear braces, this protection becomes essential. Injuries to your mouth can not only damage your teeth, but your braces could break and cut open your lip. Full Facial Guards Full facial guards are often used in football…
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The Importance of Orthodontic Treatment at a Young Age

January 22nd, 2015

When you think of orthodontic treatment, you may automatically assume that it only relates to older children and teens with alignment and spacing issues. But this isn’t the case: Orthodontic treatment at Smedley Orthodontics, LTD offers many benefits when applied at a young age. By considering orthodontic treatment at a younger age, Dr. Larry Smedley,…
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