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Get Invisalign This New Year

Get Invisalign This New Year

New Year, new you! January is the perfect time to start a new, healthier lifestyle. Why not start it with Invisalign? Invisalign treatment involves the use of a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that have been custom-made for your teeth only to move them gradually into position. These clear aligners are fabricated from […]

Tips to Survive Christmas With Braces

Tips to Survive Christmas With Braces

The holiday season is a joyous time of the year, but it can also be challenging if you have braces. Here are some things you should do to make sure your braces stay intact through the holiday season. Adjust Your Eating Habits One of the biggest hurdles patients with braces face is learning to adjust […]

How Can You Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner with Orthodontic Treatment

How Can You Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner with Orthodontic Treatment

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. With braces, it's even more important to be mindful of what you eat and drink. While braces make many foods harder to eat, there are things you can do to ensure you enjoy your holiday meal. Traditional Braces For patients who choose traditional metal braces, we […]

What Are the Different Types of Orthodontic Treatments?

What Are the Different Types of Orthodontic Treatments?

When it comes to treating crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth, you have a few options. One of the most popular options is braces. Many patients prefer braces because they are an effective treatment method. If you’ve been thinking about getting braces to straighten your teeth, but you’re worried about how braces might affect your appearance, […]

Food To Avoid With Dental Braces

Food To Avoid With Dental Braces

Dental braces are devices used in orthodontics to straighten a patient’s teeth. Braces work by applying continuous pressure to slowly move teeth into a new position over a certain period of time.  Traditional metal braces are what most people picture when they think of braces. They are made of high-grade stainless steel and straighten the […]

Tips For New Invisalign Patients

Tips For New Invisalign Patients

Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligners to gradually shift your teeth into their desired position. Every two weeks, you’ll switch your aligners out for a new pair. The aligners are invisible and fit snugly over your teeth. Invisalign is a fantastic option for many patients. However, it is not for everyone. Here are […]

Braces Vs Invisalign – How to Decide What’s Best for You

Braces Vs Invisalign – How to Decide What’s Best for You

Orthodontic treatments have made it easy to attain aligned teeth. Advanced technology has help with orthodontic treatment options that offer various benefits to the patients. Two of the most preferred type of orthodontic treatment are braces and invisalign.  What are Braces? Braces are an orthodontic appliance that slowly straightens teeth using metal brackets and wires. […]

List of the Best Kinds of Toothpaste Under

List of the Best Kinds of Toothpaste Under $10

Finding the best kinds of toothpaste is difficult with so many brands and varieties available in the market. Each toothpaste is designed specifically for various purposes. The following are some of the best kinds of toothpaste under $10 that caters to your needs: Colgate Baking Soda and Peroxide Whitening Toothpaste This toothpaste works well for […]

Do I Need a Night Guard?

Do I Need a Night Guard?

It is quite common for people to wake up with soreness or frequent headaches and wonder why. In some cases, the person sleeping next to them might complain about disturbing teeth grinding sounds at night.  While some people are aware of the fact that they have the habit of grinding their teeth in their sleep, […]

Are You a Sugar Addict? Learn How It Impacts Your Teeth

Are You a Sugar Addict? Learn How It Impacts Your Teeth

Our dental specialists at Full Smile Orthodontics in Carlsbad, CA, know that a diet that includes too much sugar can jeopardize your oral hygiene and health and advise patients to limit their consumption if they want to maintain healthy teeth and gums.  Read on to learn more about how sugar can impact your gums and […]