If you’ve been following along on my “elder Millennial” aligner journey, welcome back! If you’re new here, hello! I’ve been detailing my straighter smile saga, and this time I’m going to discuss some of my most recent comfort foods. (Literally and metaphorically.)For...
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What is Dental Monitoring?
As an “elder Millennial” I lived in the days when braces ruled supreme. Over the years, however, the days of wires and bands have shifted (much like the teeth they’re trying to straighten) into new territory. Namely, clear aligners. I never thought I’d see the day...
Starting Aligner Treatment
Today’s the day! I get my braces! Ahem… sorry, I get my aligners! For the elder millennial crowd who grew up without the luxury of clear aligners, all dental appliances are braces… but I digress. Today I am excited… and anxious. I brushed and flossed my teeth… twice,...
Getting Aligners as an Adult
Hello! Welcome to my “Elder Millennial Aligner Journey”. I’m now a proud Texan, but for the last 13 years, I lived in Northern Virginia. When my step daughter Meghan needed to get braces, I took her to be treated by Dr. Crutchfield. She and I both have pretty strong...
Which celebrities got braces after becoming famous?
Talking to your child about getting braces can be difficult… but sometimes it helps to remind them they’re not alone! Braces are common and OBC offers SureSmile (as well as a few other options!) to create a smile that is compatible, authentic, and flawlessly...
Do Braces Permanently Fix Crooked Teeth?
It’s not the news you want to hear as a parent, or even an adult who has been waiting to find the right time to get braces or aligners, but the truth is over the course of our lives, everyone’s teeth will shift - regardless of whether or not they have had orthodontic...
3 Benefits of Getting Braces as an Adult
You already know that braces aren’t just for teenagers anymore, but did you know that according to the AAO, orthodontic treatment for adults is at an all time high? So why not dive in? Here are the top 3 benefits of straight teeth. 1. Improve Your Oral Health While...
Mysterious Headaches?
Could those headaches be coming from... your teeth? Chronic head pain is annoying. What’s even more annoying is not being able to find out the root cause of it. If you get headaches often, you may want to check and see if those pearly whites of yours are where they...
How Does Cold Laser Therapy Work?
Inflammation is normal when braces are initially put on, and unfortunately, most people feel a bit of discomfort as a result. At OBC, we want you to be as comfortable as possible, that’s why we offer cold laser therapy as part of your treatment process. How Does Cold...
The Importance of Calcium During Adolescence
Calcium helps build strong bones but did you know that it also helps build strong teeth? Not having enough calcium in your diet can cause weakness or in your bones and teeth. A calcium deficiency can lead to osteoporosis which can weaken your jawbone leading to tooth...