The Benefits of Receiving Orthodontic Care at a Teaching Facility
Posted by Seeking treatment at an orthodontic teaching facility, like Jacksonville University School of Orthodontics, can be an affordable way to receive the highest quality care. Patients gain several benefits from visiting our facility. Care Patients receive...
Six Tips for Cleaning Your Teeth With Braces
Braces will result in a beautiful smile, but making sure that smile remains a healthy one is equally important. An important part of the orthodontic process is proper tooth care. Braces increase the likelihood of plaque buildup because the brackets a...
What to Eat During the Holidays With Braces
The holiday season has arrived, and it’s a time of family, friends and food. It’s no secret that holidays involve big meals and lots of candy, especially for children, but patients in braces should take certain precautions concerning what they ea...
Enjoying Candies with Braces
Candy serves as a source of happiness for most children. No matter what the occasion, sweet treats are sure to bring a smile to their faces. However, children with braces face a unique challenge when it comes to candy cravings. Braces come with stric...
More Adults Getting Braces
While many parents purchase braces for their children, an increasing number of adults are signing up for orthodontic treatment. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, the number of adults with braces has increased annually since 1986...
Maintain Your Results After Braces
The journey toward healthy, straight teeth doesn’t end the moment you take off your braces. It’s important to maintain that perfect smile after years of effort. It’s essential to wear retainers, have regular check-ups and focus on daily tooth b...
Benefits of Traditional Braces
When it comes time to make that decision to wear braces, you may have a lot of questions and concerns. Will you have to wear your braces long? How noticeable will they be? Will they hurt? In today’s world, advances in medical technology have di...
Invisalign – Are clear braces right for you?
While traditional braces have their uses, many prefer the cosmetic appeal of Invisalign. Aligners are particularly popular with adults who may wish to avoid the social stigma of traditional braces, but they can also be used to correct minor issues ...
What is the right age to start considering braces?
While braces are often thought of as a passage of the young, the reality is that any time is a great time to consider braces. Ideally, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children meet with an orthodontist by the age of seve...
Orthodontic Options – What is the best solution for you?
We all want a sparkling smile, but sometimes getting there takes a bit of work. Thanks to modern technology, there are many ways to get a gorgeous grin, and some treatments are so subtle no one will even know you’re getting your teeth straighte...
Ten Myths about Braces
So, your parents have told you they’re taking you to get braces. They seem pretty happy, you on the other hand, might not be so excited. You understand that you need to get your teeth straightened; you knew this day was coming. But even still, gett...
Braces FAQs
The following are the most commonly asked questions about braces and orthodontic care provided by the JU School of Orthodontics. If you have a question not addressed here, please ask your doctor. Q. When should an orthodontist first be seen? A. Child...