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Calling athletes with a winning smile! If you're rocking braces or aligners, we've got your back (and your teeth!) when it comes to playing your favourite games. Don't let those braces hold you back from sporting greatness. Get ready to kick, swing, and shoot your way...

If you're like most people, you're careful about your braces. But what do you do if you accidentally break one of the brackets? You'll need to go to your orthodontist to replace it. Broken braces can irritate the soft tissues of your mouth, so if you can't get an...

When it comes to straightening your smile, you have options. Braces aren't all the same, and your ideal treatment will depend on how you want your braces to look, your lifestyle, and how quickly you'd like the process to go. Not every option will appeal to you, so...

Keeping your teeth healthy now can save you agony later – while brushing and flossing are essential, other lifestyle routines and habits can cause long-term damage.  When you're also taking care of your teeth with braces or Invisalign, there's a greater focus on...

When you’re ready for you or your child to see an orthodontist, the next steps can seem a little unclear. Do you need to consult your dentist? Do you need a referral from them to see an orthodontist? What input do you need from them?  These are some questions...

When it comes to flossing with braces, there's a learning curve. Flossing is not as easy as it once was. Now wires and brackets are blocking the way. But flossing is even more critical with braces than ever. Food particles can settle into more nooks and crannies, and...

Throughout your journey to a straighter smile, you may run into some discomfort. As you get used to braces, the mouth’s soft tissue can become irritated through friction and wires poking the back of your mouth between adjustment appointments.