If you’re brushing your teeth twice a day during your orthodontic treatment, Dr. Lindgren and Dr. Kim and our team think that’s wonderful! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every six months, or as recommended, in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing. (And visiting Arlington Orthodontics…
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Great question! Tooth movement is your body’s natural response to light pressure applied by braces over a period of time (usually two years). Braces work by using brackets that are glued onto your teeth; these brackets have small slots, and that is where Dr. Lindgren and Dr. Kim and our team insert orthodontic wires. These…
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Just like that, it’s almost summertime. As the spring season ends, perhaps these lighter, brighter days are inspiring you to do a bit of last-minute spring cleaning. Or perhaps they’re not. No judgment here! What Dr. Lindgren and Dr. Kim can recommend wholeheartedly is finishing the season with a clean, sparkling smile. And we have…
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Let’s talk about mouthguards. We could talk about how important wearing a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. If you play sports, ride bikes, skateboard, or participate in many other kinds of exercise, mouthguards protect your teeth, mouth tissue, and jaws from accidents. Or we could talk about how wearing a mouthguard while…
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