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Braces-Friendly Recipe: Breakfast

Kids can be picky eaters. How many times have you seen your child try to hide the peas under a mound of mashed potatoes? At John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD, Dr. John Gerling and our team understand how hard it can be to get your child to eat the recommended

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Helpful Hygiene Tips for Patients Who Wear Braces

Today, Dr. John Gerling and our team thought we would offer a few tips for our patients currently undergoing orthodontic treatment. For those of you wearing braces, it’s important to be even more dedicated to good oral hygiene than those not currently in treatment. After getting your braces, it is

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Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. But there are quite a few people who celebrate the holiday by getting out of town, with an estimated 33

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Why is flossing so important when I have braces?

You’ve made an investment on spending money on getting braces, so why not keep your teeth in good health while undergoing orthodontic treatment?  Dr. John Gerling and our team at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD will tell you it is just as important to develop a regular hygiene routine while

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Why should I visit the dentist during my treatment?

So, you just got your braces on, and you’re wondering why you should continue visiting your general dentist since you’re seeing Dr. John Gerling every other month. Patients always ask us if they should continue to see their dentist while in orthodontic treatment. In short, the answer is yes. Today,

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Tips for Using Invisalign®

More than one patient has come into our office and asked, “What can I do to help my teeth when wearing Invisalign?” While everyone’s teeth and dental needs are different, there are certain things everyone can do to make wearing their Invisalign aligners a more rewarding experience. Always follow the

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