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What is malocclusion?

August 20th, 2015

The term malocclusion refers to misalignment of teeth. You may have been born with malocclusion, so your teeth simply grew in crooked, or the misalignment and crowding of your teeth occurred over a period of time. Either way, not only can malocclusion pose cosmetic issues, but it can have a negative effect on your speaking…
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Helpful Hygiene Tips for Patients Who Wear Braces

August 13th, 2015

Today, Dr. Larry Smedley, Dr. Christopher Smedley, and Dr. Kendra Smedley Adey and our team thought we would offer a few tips for our patients currently undergoing orthodontic treatment. For those of you wearing braces, it’s important to be even more dedicated to good oral hygiene than those not currently in treatment. After getting your…
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Invisalign Teen® Benefits

August 6th, 2015

You can probably see how teeth straightening can make your smile more attractive, but you might be wary of how Invisalign Teen treatment works. If you’re like most teens at our Downingtown, PA office, you love hanging out with your friends, and you don’t want to be different, watch what you eat, or worry about…
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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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