Mikolich Orthodontics Blog

Getting your braces off has to be one of the best feelings there is. Most people can’t stop smiling once their pearly whites have been freed from braces — but wouldn’t it be sad if those beautiful results were only temporary? If you ignore your orthodontist’s recommendation to wear a retainer, they just may be. Keep reading to learn why wearing a retainer after braces in Salem is VIP.

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When you think of correcting the flaws in your teeth, you may consider it to be a cosmetic endeavor, where the primary focus is your appearance. The reality, though, is that wearing braces to properly align your ivories does more than just improve the way you look. As you continue reading, your orthodontist in Canfield will explain what else straight teeth have to offer in regard to your total wellness.

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If you or your child recently received metal braces, you’ll need to get used to wearing the metal hardware. While it is rare, an orthodontic emergency can occur. If you’re eating certain foods that you should be avoiding, or you experience facial trauma, parts of your hardware can move around, causing irritation and discomfort to your gums and cheeks.

That’s why your orthodontist in Canfield is offering solutions to emergencies commonly associated with braces. Some of these can be dealt with at home, however, others may require you to get to your orthodontist.

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If you’ve been wanting to straighten your child’s teeth, one thing may be holding you back—the cost. Orthodontic treatment is no small commitment, so many assume that the cost associated with straightening your little one’s teeth will also be too pricey to handle. However, when you decide to visit your children’s orthodontist in Canfield, you can be confident that our financial options are flexible enough to help your family receive the treatments they truly need.

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These three things are definite during the holidays: you’ll have access to many friends, family, and food! The first two won’t interfere with your orthodontic treatment, but when it comes to food, you may have to hold back to keep your braces in good condition.

Your dentist doesn’t want you to have to go without all the tasty treats this holiday season, so we’ve compiled a few yummy alternatives for you to enjoy if you have braces in Canfield.

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Pop! Fizz! Yum! Everyone likes to enjoy a fizzy drink once in a while. The crisp bubbles and sweet flavor of soda makes it a refreshing drink. Unfortunately, drinking carbonated beverages isn’t great for your oral health — especially if you have braces in Canfield. Need convincing? Here is a brief explanation of why soda is bad for your orthodontic treatment

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It’s no accident that October is National Orthodontic Health Month. This is the time of year that thousands of kids go crazy for Halloween candy — and it seems like the stickier and crunchier, the better. For kids and teens with braces, that can be a potentially dangerous situation. We want to help you avoid sticky situations with orthodontics in Canfield! In this week’s blog post, we focus on 5 tips YOU can take to protect your child’s braces this halloween.

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How would you like to get the perfect smile and a free Amazon Echo™?… Or how about a wireless speaker or an XBOX One™? That’s exactly what’s happening right now at your Canfield orthodontist because Mikolich Orthodontics has partnered with 3M Unitek for the 3M Clarity™ Advanced Clear Braces 21 Ways to Win Sweepstakes! What does this mean and how can you win? Read on to find out! (more…)