Fresh Breath Tips for Braces and Invisalign Users Wearing braces or Invisalign is a great step toward a best smile! But sometimes, keeping your breath fresh during treatment can be a challenge. Food particles, plaque, and bacteria can build up in your mouth, leading to bad breath. The good news? With the right habits, you can keep your
Transform Your Smile: The Benefits of Orthodontics Your smile is one of your most noticeable features, and having straight, healthy teeth can make a world of difference in your confidence and overall well-being. At Total Orthodontics in Lone Tree and Greenwood Village, CO, we believe that everyone deserves a smile they can be proud of. That’s why we
What Is An Orthodontist? It’s a common misconception that dentists and orthodontists perform the same functions. While both professions share certain similarities and often collaborate, orthodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry focused specifically on correcting dental misalignments. What Does an Orthodontist Do? Orthodontists, like Orthodontists Dr. Kevin Theroux, Dr. Brooks Barefoot and Dr. Elizabeth Donahue at
How Metal Braces Feel in the First Few Day Getting braces is an exciting step toward a better smile, but it can also feel strange at first. While you might be thrilled about your new journey, it’s normal to feel a bit nervous about what’s to come. In this blog, Orthodontists Dr. Kevin Theroux, Dr. Brooks Barefoot and
What Goes on Below the Surface In Your Mouth Two-thirds of what goes on in your mouth is below the surface. Most people are just concerned about having straight teeth and pearly whites, however, oral health goes far beyond that. That is why orthodontists use x-rays. Orthodontists use x-rays to check below the surface of the mouth to
3 Effective Ways to Relieve Invisalign Pain Invisalign is on a constant rise as a preferred choice of orthodontic treatment by teenagers and adults. This cost-effective treatment gives you a healthy and beautiful appearance in a shorter time than traditional braces! Invisalign comes with numerous benefits, however, there are a few things you should take care of in
Wrapping up your orthodontic treatment is an exciting time! Your hard work is rewarded with a beautiful smile. However, the work doesn’t end here. It is crucial that you continue to take great care of your teeth in order to maintain your new smile. This includes wearing your retainer, which allows your smile to last a lifetime. Keep
Your oral health is always extremely important, whether you’re in braces or not! If you’re looking for some simple ways to boost your oral health, you’re in luck. Keep reading for some daily habits that you can incorporate into your routine from Orthodontists Dr. Kevin Theroux, Dr. Brooks Barefoot and Dr. Elizabeth Donahue at Total Orthodontics
Straight teeth help to create a beautiful smile. However, straight teeth actually do so much more than provide a great smile. Teeth are made to fit together in a certain way. If they don’t fit together properly, they can’t function properly, which can lead to a variety of oral health problems. Keep reading to learn more about the
Many people wonder how pacifiers and thumb sucking can affect their child’s teeth. In short, it is a valid worry because if these actions are prolonged it can cause oral health issues. Thumb sucking or pacifier use is one of an infant’s natural reflexes, prolonged sucking can exert force on the teeth and jaws. To learn more about
