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Thinking About Mail-In Orthodontics? Read This First!

Wouldn’t you love to simply take a selfie, and/or impression of your teeth or get your teeth scanned, and receive aligners that straighten your teeth in a few months without even leaving your home? Sounds too good to be true, huh? This is exactly the type of convenience offered and

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Vegan Diet And Braces

While we’ve all heard that milk is great for building strong bones and teeth, not everyone drinks milk. Although more Americans are becoming proactive about taking care of their overall health, many of us have dietary preferences that exclude dairy products. Both calcium and vitamin D are essential to your

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Invisalign or Braces: Which to Choose?

Traditional Braces Orthodontists have been straightening teeth and creating beautiful smiles since 1900 when Edward Angle started the profession.  As we all know, technology creates advancements in techniques and treatments.  Over the years, braces have become much smaller and more sophisticated. High tech, very flexible wires have made treatment more

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The Truth About Mail Order Orthodontics

Would you consider undergoing orthodontic treatment to improve your smile without ever having to step foot inside an orthodontic or dental office? In the last couple years, there has been a significant increase in the purchase of mail order orthodontics and at-home teeth straightening kits, especially with teens. What’s the

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Orthodontic Treatment – When should I get my child checked?

Most parents understand the importance of starting children young with an at-home oral care routine. While children start their dental care routine in their toddler years, do you know the best age to start them with orthodontic treatment? Some parents choose to wait until all of their child’s permanent teeth

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Alcohol And Oral Health

You already know the effects alcohol can have on your body, but do you know how it can affect your oral health? At the orthodontic office of John A. Gerling DDS MSD, our job is to educate adult patients on how to keep their teeth healthy during orthodontic treatment. Before

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