Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey and our team at Smedley Orthodontics, LTD will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused by acid-generating microorganisms that deposit themselves on teeth surfaces. Over time, acid erodes tooth enamel, compromising tooth…
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You can learn just about anything on the Internet these days. You can also order just about anything on the Internet these days. But would you order your braces on the Internet? There’s a new trend involving websites that claim to offer a solution for straightening teeth, without your ever seeing a dentist or orthodontist…
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Analyzing strong points, looking for potential problems, making comparisons—it’s bracketology time! Nope, not basketball (although we hear they have something similar), but a brief analysis of your orthodontic options when it comes to choosing a winning bracket. If you’re getting braces, you’re probably already familiar with how they work—brackets are bonded to the teeth to…
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October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Downingtown, PA, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment makes possible!Because October is Orthodontic Health Month, and it’s a great time to talk about how your orthodontist helps you create not just a more…
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