Braces aren’t the most desirable accessories. If you wear braces, you’ll know it all too well. Braces may give you these reasons to be annoyed or irritated, and compel you to remove braces at home: Eating anything hard and chewy is a nightmare. You’re paranoid that you’ll stain them. You always have the feeling that … Continued

Ever wondered what it would be like to step into an orthodontist’s office and feel at home? Thurman Orthodontics aims to make you feel just that. Dr. Thurman takes good care of you and your family and offers help in every possible way to make you achieve your desired smile faster than you can imagine. … Continued

Form a hygiene standpoint; Invisalign are easier to keep your teeth clean, as opposed to regular braces. And certainly from a convenience viewpoint, they can be removed at the patient’s will. But it’s also important to understand that they cannot be kept off for too long. There are things you need to know about Invisalign … Continued

If you’re not a fan of traditional braces, you may qualify for clear aligners. These clear aligners are also known as Invisalign and they have many advantages over traditional metal braces. Here’s a look at the problems associated with crooked and gapped teeth and how you can treat them with clear aligners. Problems with crooked … Continued

Now that winter is in a full swing, the valleys and the creeks have become a paradise for winter sports lovers. You don’t have to stay on the bench just because you have braces. You can also enjoy popular winter sports, such as ice skating, skiing, snowboarding, and sledding, even if you are undergoing an … Continued

Braces are often thought of as an orthodontic treatment which causes great discomfort. For children, braces mean no candies, extra cleaning time and metal in the mouth. But did you know that braces address dental issues such as malocclusion or bad bites which can affect oral as well as overall health, besides offering several benefits? … Continued

Braces for kids are very common these days. You would be surprised by the huge numbers of parents taking their kids to dentist because of crooked teeth. Approximately, three out of four children develop twisted, crowded or overlapping teeth. Apart from braces, there are other orthodontic treatments available and they are prescribed depending on the … Continued

You leave no stone unturned to ensure that your child follows the best possible oral hygiene routine. So if you notice signs such as bad bites, crooked teeth or thumb-sucking habit in your child, a guessing game starts as to whether your child needs braces or not. Well, stop guessing and read this article to … Continued