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Making orthodontics fun
We get it: orthodontics and fun don’t seem to go together, as having your teeth worked on may not be most people’s idea of a good time....
Oct 11, 20212 min read


Halloween doesn’t have to be all about sugar
Like many of you, our Halloween looked a little different last year. I was originally a little sad that my kids weren’t going...
Oct 11, 20212 min read


Back to school with braces
With school back in session, here are a few things to help make your braces experience safe and healthy with just a little bit of effort:...
Oct 11, 20211 min read


Tooth knocked out before its time?
Here’s what to do. With summer in all its glory, more and more time is spent outside in beautiful weather. Playgrounds, skateparks and...
Aug 5, 20211 min read


Smiling through summer
It's easier than you might think. Many people think they can’t afford braces or Invisalign to get the smile they have always wanted. But...
Aug 5, 20211 min read


Mind the gap!
Some teeth gaps are a signature look while others need orthodontic attention. Think of the celebs out there with trademark teeth gaps:...
Aug 5, 20211 min read


Active kids & healthy teeth
What to do if... A baby tooth is knocked out Contact your pediatric dentist as soon as possible. Have your child rinse their mouth with...
Aug 4, 20211 min read


Fun facts about orthodontia
It’s Greek to all of us: “ortho” means to straighten or correct, and “dont” means tooth. Literally, orthodontics is to straighten teeth....
Aug 4, 20211 min read


A healthy diet is important for your child’s teeth
Food choices and eating patterns can affect whether your child has problems like tooth decay and cavities. A healthy diet that limits...
Jun 2, 20211 min read


Smiling through summer
We’re raring to go on all the fun things for summer! While you’re planning, evaluate your family’s dental health and safety so you don’t...
Jun 2, 20211 min read


Thumbs, fingers and pacifiers
Sucking on thumbs, fingers or pacifiers is normal for infants and young children, and most kids will stop on their own. We advise parents...
Jun 2, 20211 min read


Tik Tok NO to DIY orthodontics
It has us singing the “Oh no” song. If you have a teen or tween in your house, they are likely on the popular app Tik Tok. This fun...
Jun 1, 20211 min read


It’s crowded in here
When teeth are crowded, they can create problems that go beyond looks. Untreated teeth crowding can lead to a host of issues, such as:...
Jun 1, 20211 min read


In the know with H2O
Getting young children to drink good old fashioned water can be a challenge. On average, a five-year-old child should consume 3 – 5...
Mar 25, 20211 min read


Kids and mouthwashes
With an array of mouthwashes on the market, you may wonder if your child should use one. The general idea of a mouth rinse is to dislodge...
Mar 25, 20211 min read


The dog ate my retainer
And other reasons we offer lifetime retainers “I left it on my lunch tray” "I could have sworn I put it back in its case!" We’ve heard it...
Mar 25, 20211 min read


But they’re just baby teeth...
A common question pediatric dentists get from parents: “Why do we have to treat baby teeth? Aren’t they just going to fall out?” Baby...
Mar 25, 20211 min read


Bright futures make us smile
Bringing up new talent into dental fields is deeply fulfilling: It allows us to share our success to help others in communities where we...
Mar 25, 20211 min read


Goodbye gooey putty, hello technology
Using 3D modeling beats messy putty when it comes to capturing teeth impressions in orthodontic care. This is great for just about...
Feb 3, 20211 min read


A “Rey” of Sunshine Program
How one Eugene orthodontist is providing smiles to those in need. "We believe everyone should be able to have their best smile, and our...
Feb 3, 20212 min read
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