Early Orthodontics
Why Does My Child Need an Expander?
When you bring your child into our orthodontic office to discuss potential early phase orthodontic treatment options, you may end up hearing your child needs a palatal expander. Not every child who undergoes early orthodontics will need one, but it could be beneficial in certain cases. What Is an Expander? A palatal expander is a…
Read MoreDoes My Child Need Two-Phase Orthodontic Treatment?
You may not realize that orthodontics doesn’t always start with braces. There are times when your child may need to begin with another type of treatment between the ages of 7 and 10, before getting braces. This helps to prevent issues from arising later on, and can prepare your child’s teeth and jaws for future…
Read MoreWas Dr. Amy at Your School for Children’s Dental Health Month?
Dr. Amy had a great time hanging out with hundreds of kids from a few local schools in February. Here are some photos from her visits. Parkersburg Catholic Elementary Smith Orthodontics is a Partner in Education with Parkersburg Catholic Elementary, where Dr. Amy visited the first, fifth, and sixth grades. She absolutely loved the collage…
Read MoreIt’s National Children’s Dental Health Month!
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and we’re gearing up for a successful month of educating children on the importance of proper oral hygiene and its effects on our health. Creating awareness about this factor in our lives starts young. By developing good habits, children are more likely to adopt these habits and keep…
Read MoreThe Different Parts of Braces and What They Do
It is always a good idea to get to know the different parts of braces if you are about to start or have started treatment. Some of the different parts are bands, brackets, arch wires, rubber bands, ligatures, coil springs, and power chains. Bands Bands go around the back teeth, or molars. Your orthodontist will…
Read MoreTypes of Orthodontic Treatment
The world of orthodontics is not the same as it used to be, and it’s exciting to see the new and improved products available now to treat orthodontic issues. Although traditional metal braces are still widely used, there are other products available to help blend in seamlessly with your lifestyle, making it an exciting time…
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