Serenity Orthodontics Blog

Adult braces comes in many forms. One of the most discrete options is Invisalign or Clear Aligner therapy. The biggest benefit to Invisalign is that at a conversational distance friends and colleagues will not see that you are undergoing orthodontic treatment. The fact that aligners are removable make treatment results dependent on compliance. If one doesn’t wear the trays as instructed then optimal results will not occur and teeth will not align properly. Under the supervision of an orthodontist like Dr Susan Podray excellent Invisalign results can be achieved. Our treatment coordinator Jon who is undergoing aligner therapy wants to share these tips for Invisalign success.

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Clear Aligners are a gaining market share for treating treating crooked teeth and malocclusion. If you are considering orthodontic treatment you may have heard advertisements from brands like Invisalign, clearcorrect and direct to consumer aligner companies like Smile Direct Club. These companies are targeting the consumer and attempting to capture your business and attention.

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It is very easy to spread smiles in North Georgia. Your smile uses only 17 muscles a very minimal effort compared to the 43 muscle groups used to frown. A smile given is often reciprocal and can compound in a numerical fashion very quickly. When your smile is contagious in this way it can impact your life and those around you in a positive way! Smiling can also lift your mood general outlook and life.

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I recently placed braces on myself to align a tooth that had become crooked. Having just re-experienced braces bliss, I can reassure you that braces are pain-free and fun! Neon Braces will add some pop art flare to your smile and clear alternatives can help you straighten your teeth in a more discrete fashion. These tips can help you overcome the challenges associated with treatment.

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Do Orthodontic Retainers Cause cavities?

Orthodontic retainers do not cause cavities. Cavities are formed when virulent bacteria in our mouths process sugars into acids that effectively erode the tooth structure until it collapses into a hole in the tooth. Brushing and flossing disrupt the bacteria and can reduce a person’s incidence of cavities.

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I have noticed an uptick in confusing advertisements that have bombarded my Suburban home in Forsyth County, GA. I am referring to Dentists advertising services. The advertisements usually consist of 6 month Smiles, fast braces, Invisalign and veneers as well as tooth whitening services all in effort to attract the new patient whom has cosmetic concerns.

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October is one of Dr. Susan Podray’s favorite months. Autumn is in the air, Halloween family fun events it is also National Dental Hygiene and Orthodontic awareness month.

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Neon Braces a great way to show off color in your smile by visiting our Suwanee GA orthodontic office.

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Serenity Orthodontics in Cumming GA, is a proud supporter of our local Hometown heros.

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Straight teeth compliment and brighten a smile. Most people Google to find quick fixes or tips to a straighter smile. Internet answers are confusing. To achieve a good result people often visit their dentists for options on how to achieve a straight beautiful smile.

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