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Why choose an orthodontic specialist over a general dentist?

June 15th, 2017

Patients have so many choices for straightening their teeth nowadays — clear aligners, ceramic braces, lingual braces, self-ligating braces — but who is best suited to guide them through orthodontic treatment? Well, an orthodontist like Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey in Downingtown, PA of course! This may seem obvious,…
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Importance of Oral Hygiene with Braces

June 8th, 2017

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Tips to Help You Beat the Heat This Summer

June 1st, 2017

The dog days of summer are upon us, and with the temperatures soaring, our team at Smedley Orthodontics, LTD wants you to be extra careful about sun safety when you’re out and about. Check out this incredibly helpful article on the Ten Summer Safety Tips for Kids, courtesy of Discovery. Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher…
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How to Choose the Best Mouthwash

May 25th, 2017

As we all know, or should by now, the key to maintaining great oral health is keeping up with a daily plan of flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash. These three practices in combination will help you avoid tooth decay and keep bacterial infections at bay. At Smedley Orthodontics, LTD, we’ve noticed that it’s usually not…
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