by PMRBales | Jul 29, 2011 | Uncategorized
Almost everyone has to wear elastics (or sometimes commonly called rubberbands) at one point or another during orthodontic treatment. After your teeth are straightened, we ask you to wear elastics to correct your bite. They are something you will be responsible...
by PMRBales | Jul 18, 2011 | Uncategorized
POKEYMON!Ouch…my wire is poking what should I do?? Sometimes when teeth shift or spaces are closing, a wire may start poking out in the back by your molar or elsewhere. If a wire starts protruding do not be alarmed…these things happen. If...
by PMRBales | Jul 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
Retainers are worn after the braces come off to “retain” your straight teeth. Without them, your teeth can drift back into their original position. When your braces come off, the peridontal ligaments are stretched a bit and after wearing the...
by PMRBales | Jun 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
“Nothing hard…Nothing sticky….No big mouthfuls….So be picky”We at Bales Orthodontics want to ensure your orthodontic treatment is as easy as possible. A common question from our patients is: What can you eat? Let’s talk...
by PMRBales | May 24, 2011 | Uncategorized
For areas between the teeth that a toothbrush can’t reach, use dental floss to remove food particles and plaque. Flossing takes more time and patience when you are wearing braces, but it is important to floss your teeth every day.Use the reusable floss threader...
