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Today’s recipe not only sounds delicious, but the macaroni and shredded chicken will be soft and comfortable for those wearing braces.   Ingredients: 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the dish Kosher salt 1 pound elbow macaroni 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken 2 cloves [...]

When patients are getting ready to delve into orthodontic treatment they will notice there may be several orthodontic records prescribed for them by the orthodontist.  It may seem overwhelming and you may even question if they’re really necessary.  Here we’ll explain what those records are and why they are required to give you the optimal [...]

Is getting orthodontic treatment just about looking better or is there any other real purpose?  You may think, as many people do, that the only reason to get braces is so your teeth and smile will look better.  In reality, there are numerous incentives to not only your dental health, but also your overall health [...]

This is a favorite family recipe, which our crewmember, Katherine, is requested to make every Christmas for her family.  It’s soft texture makes it a great dish whether you’re wearing braces or not, and with a few easy swaps it can be made into a low-fat dish as well.  Enjoy and let us know how [...]

“Do braces hurt?”  This is one of the most common questions that patients have when they come to the orthodontist.  Whether the patient is an adult or a child, this can be a nerve-inducing concern for them as they consider their orthodontic options. As a crewmember at the Orthospaceship, I have seen hundreds of patients get [...]

The American Association of Orthdontics (AAO) recommends that every child receive an orthodontic screening by the age of seven.  Some may wonder why it is necessary for such a young child who still has their baby teeth to be seen by an orthodontist, but early diagnosis and treatment can have many benefits such as:  Improved [...]

Choosing the Right Orthodontist for You You’ve decided you’re ready to begin orthodontic treatment, or maybe you’re not completely ready yet, but you want to find out more about it.  Your next question may be, “How do I know which orthodontist to use?”   There are a few possible ways to start the process.  The [...]

Many general dentists perform some type of orthodontic treatment in their offices, whether that is braces, aligners, etc.  So you may wonder, “Why should I go to an orthodontist?  I can just have my dentist do the treatment.”  Before you make that decision, there are a few things you should consider.   Education Orthodontists are [...]

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