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That's right. Retainers need to be worn FOR-EV-ER. Why? Let's talk about equilibriums. Before you start orthodontic treatment your teeth, jaws, lips, cheeks, tongue, gums, and virtually every part of your mouth are working together in their own equilibrium. Your teeth are in that position because all those acting forces ended up with balancing them there. It would be nice if our natural equilibrium led to naturally straight and properly aligned teeth and jaws. For some people

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Just recently, I spoke to a parent at my daughter's basketball game. They found out I was an orthodontist and lamented that their teeth...

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So, you want to make sure your treatment with us at New England Smile Orthodontics is a success. Well, one of the most ignored parts of treatment is oral hygiene. It's not just about brushing twice a day. We need to brush EFFECTIVELY many times a day. What can happen if we don't brush our teeth well enough? Besides cavities, we need to be mindful of halitosis (BAD BREATH) as well as gingivitis and periodontal disease. Plaque and tartar have bacteria and their waste mashed int