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mjlandin
Jan 82 min read
What Your Orthodontist Wants You to Know About Fixed Retainers
Lower Fixed Retainer A fixed or permanent retainer is a wire that your orthodontist bonds behind 2-6 of your front teeth to help maintain...
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mjlandin
Nov 26, 20243 min read
Different Types of Retainers: Find the Best Fit for Your Orthodontic Needs
The retention phase of orthodontic treatment is arguably the most critical part of the entire process. Why? Because, just like our bodies...
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mjlandin
Oct 1, 20241 min read
Braces-Friendly Eating: Foods to Avoid for a Smoother Treatment
The list below provides examples of foods to avoid during your orthodontic treatment, but it’s not exhaustive! If you're unsure whether...
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mjlandin
Oct 1, 20242 min read
Getting Comfortable with Your Expander: Top Tips
Congratulations on your new appliance! The following tips will help you adjust to wearing your expander and answer some common questions....
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mjlandin
Aug 18, 20241 min read
Orthodontic Back-to-School Guide: Keep Your Child's Treatment on Track
It’s back-to-school season, and I want to make sure your children don't forget a few essentials for their orthodontic treatment:...
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mjlandin
Apr 14, 20242 min read
Comparing Invisalign® vs. Braces: Which Orthodontic Method is Best for You?
One of the first questions I receive from new patients is: What is the difference between braces and Invisalign®? While both methods are...
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mjlandin
Feb 28, 20242 min read
Brace Yourself for Success: 5 Tips to Navigate Your Braces Treatment!
Congratulations on starting your braces journey! I like to call Orthodontics a “team sport”; it is a collaborative effort between the...
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mjlandin
Jan 31, 20243 min read
Why did Smile Direct Club, the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Orthodontic Company, fail?
I’m sure many of you have heard about the recent collapse of Smile Direct Club (SDC), the DIY aligner company. SDC’s failure emphasizes...
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mjlandin
Apr 29, 20232 min read
How old is too old for orthodontic treatment?
Do you smile with your lips closed or focus on being at a certain angle in photographs to hide your teeth? Did you have orthodontic...
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mjlandin
Nov 27, 20223 min read
So You Just Got Your Invisalign® Aligners: 5 Essential Tips for Success
Congratulations on starting your Invisalign® journey! Now that you have your aligners, you’ll want to ensure you’re using them correctly...
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mjlandin
Aug 19, 20223 min read
The 4 Golden Rules of Retainer Wear
It is an exciting day when you finish your orthodontic treatment and get your braces or Invisalign attachments off! There is a lot going...
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mjlandin
May 23, 20223 min read
6 Benefits of Invisalign® Clear Aligners Over Braces
One of the first things patients ask me as an orthodontist is: ‘What is the difference between Invisalign ® and traditional braces?’ ...
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