Category: Orthodontics
Summer is here! Time for the cookouts, maybe a little camping, and… braces!
June 1, 2017
If you are planning braces for your child, summer is the perfect time to get her started. Though she may not appreciate the fact that she won’t miss class time, it will mean less stress for you. There’s no back and forth checking her in and out of school, no wondering if she remembered to pick up the work that she missed. I know, you’re imagining the cascade effect of a missed assignment, a lower grade, not getting into an elite college, and suddenly that Nobel Prize is out of reach. Read More
Say "I Do" to a Beautiful Smile
February 1, 2017
Is there a wedding coming up on your calendar? Whether you are the bride, groom, mother-of-the-bride, or an attendant, while you’re figuring out how to make the big day just right, don’t forget about one important detail: your smile. More than the dress, the shoes, the tux, or even the updo, what people will notice and remember will be your smile. Read More
How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces
June 1, 2015
As a parent, we want to keep our kids happy and healthy, right? How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces Read More
It Is Never Too Late to Make Your Teeth Straight with Braces for Adults
March 13, 2015
Braces aren’t just for kids and teens. Whether you’re an adult who needed braces as a kid and never got them, or you’ve developed misaligned teeth as an adult, braces can improve your smile and oral health. They can straighten crooked teeth, align your bite, and make it easier to keep teeth clean. Read More
How does the orthodontics process work?
June 14, 2014
If you’re thinking about getting braces for yourself or for your child, the first thing you need to know is that you can visit us free! Initial consultations with our orthodontists are free and help you get a sense of what it’s like to work with us. Read More
What is Multi-phase Orthodontic Treatment and how can it help me?
June 1, 2014
Multi-phase orthodontics is a relatively new term to most of us. When most of us were younger, multi-phase orthodontic treatment was very uncommon. Read More
Brace Yourself for Orthodontic Health Month
October 2, 2011
Our Madison area orthodontists at First Choice Dental are getting the word out to patients that October is National Orthodontic Health Month. First Choice Dental orthodontists want to remind orthodontic patients, that, for some, orthodontic care is an important contributor to good dental health and overall mouth function as it helps to straighten teeth and align jaws. Read More
What are the benefits of Invisalign(R) invisible braces and how does the process work?
March 23, 2011
For those curious about Invisalign invisible braces or exploring Madison youth and adult orthodontic options, here is an overview of the Invisalign process and some of the reasons that Invisalign invisible braces have become so popular as an orthodontics option. Read More
Braces-Friendly Eating Tips: Dietary Guidelines for Orthodontic Patients
January 22, 2011
When you abide by the rules of what to eat and what not to eat when wearing braces, you're doing yourself a favor. Your orthodontist gives you dietary guidelines for a reason. When you are wearing braces, it is important to avoid certain foods that can damage the orthodontic appliances, brackets, and wires, which may cause delays in treatment. The key rule is: nothing hard, sticky or chewy! Here's a handy red-yellow-green light list of do's and don'ts when it comes to snacking while wearing braces. Read More
