With Valentine’s Day almost here, and all that candy making its rounds, it’s once again time to remind all our patients to be extra careful when choosing those candies and treats! All those sweet, sour and sticky candies may taste great, but these treats are known to damage teeth, as well as braces! Did you…
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Each February for the past 62 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has sponsored National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. For…
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While mouthwash is not an alternative to regular brushing and flossing, it can help keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy. There are several different types of mouthwashes available, and all of them will help do different things for your smile. The most common types of mouthwashes are: • Fluoride – fluoride is the…
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At Alvarez Orthodontics we make every effort to provide you with the best orthodontic treatment. For us that means achieving consistently great results. There are many things that help Drs. Luis J. Alvarez and Audra R. Kiefer do that. Some of them are: 1. Using the most up to date and proven technologies available 2.…
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