Cold and flu season is here - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that a common cold usually includes sneezing, runny nose, sore throat and coughing. Symptoms can last for up to two weeks. To promote a healthy and clean environment, Drs. Larry, Kendra, and Chris Smedley and our entire staff give a great…
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It’s almost that spooky time of year again! Drs. Larry Smedley, Christopher Smedley, and Kendra Smedley Adey thought we’d share some Halloween tips from our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists. Trick-or-treating safety guidelines: • Young children should always be accompanied by an adult • Carry a flashlight • Wear a light-colored or reflective…
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At Smedley Orthodontics, we know nobody likes getting plaque on their teeth. Here are five other ways you can avoid that dreaded enemy of the teeth during orthodontic treatment, courtesy of WebMD. Let’s start with brushing regularly.. Brushing your teeth twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste is vital to a healthy mouth. Make sure…
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"Dentists, Orthodontists, they're all the same right?" We hear our patients asking this question as they wonder about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist. Before becoming an orthodontist Larry C. Smedley, Christopher K. Smedley, and Kendra Smedley Adey, started out in dental school and earned a DDS (dental degree), just like your dentist.…
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