Worried your teeth are shifting after braces? Learn why it happens, how retainers work, and what you can do to protect your smile. Weaver Orthodontics in Swampscott, MA can help.
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Braces With Periodontal Disease? How to Get a Healthy Smile
Wondering if you can get braces with gum disease? Learn how Weaver Orthodontics in Swampscott, MA helps patients with periodontal issues achieve a healthier, straighter smile safely and effectively.
What Can You Eat With Braces? Here Are Some Great Choices!
Can you eat chips with braces? What about chocolate or Goldfish crackers? Many foods are safe to eat with braces if you know how to eat them correctly. Learn which foods to enjoy and which to avoid to keep your braces in top shape with tips from Weaver Orthodontics in Swampscott, MA.
Can You Chew Gum With Braces? How It Can Help Your Teeth
Wondering if you can chew gum with braces? For years, the answer was no, but orthodontists now say sugar-free gum may be braces-friendly. Brands like Orbit, Pur, and Trident use Xylitol, which helps prevent bacteria growth. However, chewing gum with Invisalign requires removing your aligners first. If gum sticks to your braces, gently brush it off or use olive oil to loosen it. Choose sugar-free gum and consult Weaver Orthodontics in Swampscott, MA for the best options for your treatment.
Braces Rubber Bands? They’ll Help Make a Gorgeous Smile!
Braces do a great job straightening teeth and realigning your bite, but sometimes, they can’t do it alone. Orthodontists use different tools before and during braces treatment to recreate your smile. This includes the use of rubber bands for braces.
What do rubber bands do for braces? How are these orthodontic elastic bands different from regular rubber bands? How long will you have to wear braces and rubber bands?
Invisalign: Is it right for you?
Traditional braces can take a few weeks to get used to and can be difficult to clean. If you are looking for a subtle and more convenient method of straightening your teeth, it is time to look into Invisalign!
LightForce Braces
The traditional metal braces we all know and love are tried and true - but it was time for an innovation in braces technology! Want braces that are faster, customized and more discrete? We are proud to be one of the only offices on the North Shore that is an authorized provider of LightForce braces, designed specifically to fit your teeth.
Does My Child Need Braces?
Braces, like most orthodontia, have many other benefits besides straight teeth! Braces can help improve your child’s bite, make it easier to brush and floss (preventing disease), and improve your child’s speech. Let’s look at the average ages and indicators for orthodontic intervention.