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Orthodontic Summertime Tips

Orthodontic Summertime Tips

You’ve planned your summer vacation, booked the summer camp, and packed your suitcase. But have you forgotten about your braces or your child’s braces? Don’t forget to prepare for the unexpected this summer and make sure you’re ready to handle any unpleasant emergency that might arise.

What is Orthodontic Headgear?

What is Orthodontic Headgear?

While rarely used, orthodontic headgear plays an important role in the treatment of some types of growth irregularities.

Top Oral Hygiene Aids for Braces Patients

Top Oral Hygiene Aids for Braces Patients

No matter which oral hygiene tools you choose to use for your braces, be sure to take plenty of time to brush above and below your brackets. Here are some of the top oral hygiene aids that Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry recommends to help your smile stay cavity-free and clean…

Why Orthodontic Screenings Start at Age 7

Why Orthodontic Screenings Start at Age 7

Experts in orthodontics agree that it’s best for every child to be screened by a dentist or orthodontist for early bite concerns by age 7. When caught early, it’s possible to prevent the need for major orthodontic treatment or reconstructive surgery when your child is older.

How Do Clear Aligners Straighten My Teeth?

How Do Clear Aligners Straighten My Teeth?

Considering straightening your teeth? Clear aligners are a great alternative to traditional braces. Translucent aligners are suitable for all ages, including teens, who want a discreet alternative to conventional brackets and wires.

Ortho: Is it Bad That My Child Has Gaps Between Their Teeth? 

Ortho: Is it Bad That My Child Has Gaps Between Their Teeth? 

It’s very common for children to have gaps between their teeth. But is this condition okay, or should you be concerned if it occurs in your child? Let our experts at Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry help!

Ortho: Is it Bad That My Child Has Gaps Between Their Teeth? 

Ortho: Is it Bad That My Child Has Gaps Between Their Teeth? 

It’s very common for children to have gaps between their teeth. But is this condition okay, or should you be concerned if it occurs in your child? Let our experts at Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry help!

Best Braces-Safe Holiday Treats

Best Braces-Safe Holiday Treats

You don’t have to miss out on sweet treats this holiday season because of your braces! Check out these ideas for braces-friendly holiday treats. Call us today to learn more about braces in Boerne!

Best Braces-Safe Holiday Treats

Best Braces-Safe Holiday Treats

You don’t have to miss out on sweet treats this holiday season because of your braces! Check out these ideas for braces-friendly holiday treats. Call us today to learn more about braces in Boerne!

Don’t Let Your Annual FSA Benefits Expire

Don’t Let Your Annual FSA Benefits Expire

Does your child need orthodontic care? Perhaps you’ve thought about seeing our Boerne orthodontist to straighten your own smile. Have you ever considered taking advantage of your FSA benefits to help pay for orthodontic treatment? With the end of the year creeping up on us, now is the time to use your remaining FSA benefits before anything expires.

Don’t Let Your Annual FSA Benefits Expire

Don’t Let Your Annual FSA Benefits Expire

Does your child need orthodontic care? Perhaps you’ve thought about seeing our Boerne orthodontist to straighten your own smile. Have you ever considered taking advantage of your FSA benefits to help pay for orthodontic treatment? With the end of the year creeping up on us, now is the time to use your remaining FSA benefits before anything expires.

How to Use a Water Flosser

How to Use a Water Flosser

A water flosser comes highly recommended by our Boerne orthodontist because it’s a great alternative to flossing. Water flossers are very efficient at removing plaque and improving gum health, especially in hard-to-reach places like around braces.

How to Use a Water Flosser

How to Use a Water Flosser

A water flosser comes highly recommended by our Boerne orthodontist because it’s a great alternative to flossing. Water flossers are very efficient at removing plaque and improving gum health, especially in hard-to-reach places like around braces.

What’s the Difference Between Braces and Aligners?

What’s the Difference Between Braces and Aligners?

Both braces and clear aligners are orthodontic treatments available in Boerne to straighten your teeth and correct your bite. But the similarities stop there because braces and aligners couldn’t be any more different from each other.

What’s the Difference Between Braces and Aligners?

What’s the Difference Between Braces and Aligners?

Both braces and clear aligners are orthodontic treatments available in Boerne to straighten your teeth and correct your bite. But the similarities stop there because braces and aligners couldn’t be any more different from each other.

What it’s Like to Wear Clear Aligners

What it’s Like to Wear Clear Aligners

Are you considering getting clear aligners as a substitute for traditional braces? Here are some of the biggest perks and tips you’ll want to keep in mind.

When to Schedule an Orthodontic Consultation

When to Schedule an Orthodontic Consultation

When is the best time to finally visit your orthodontist for a consultation for yourself or your child? Find out here.

Which Type of Braces is Best for Me?

Which Type of Braces is Best for Me?

Although we offer a variety of types of braces, it can be helpful to understand the other options out there. When you’re more familiar with the different designs, it can help you feel more confident about selecting the best one for you or your child. 

Why You Should Wear Your Retainer After Braces.

Why You Should Wear Your Retainer After Braces.

Not wearing your retainer after either traditional metal braces or Invisalign is a mistake that will cost you a lot of time and money. It’s understandable that you might be put off by the idea of once again constraining your teeth after wearing braces or Invisalign for so long, but it’s the only way to ensure that new beautiful and straight smile.

What to Know Before Starting Invisalign

What to Know Before Starting Invisalign

Invisalign is an amazing alternative for adults or teens who want to achieve a straighter smile but in a more discrete fashion than traditional braces. Your orthodontist will tell you that while there are a ton of benefits, Invisalign may not be right for you or your child. Keep reading to learn more.

When Should My Kid See An Orthodontist?

Calendar December 23, 2019

If you have children, you likely have thought about when they need to visit an orthodontist. Many young people get braces to give them straighter and healthier smiles, but most parents don’t know when that should start. At Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, we wanted to address this commonly asked question. You Should Start Earlier…

Why You Should Wear Your Retainer After Braces

Calendar September 16, 2019

When you come to Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, you’ll find some of the most effective orthodontics around featuring a wide array of high-quality treatments. Your Boerne orthodontist, Dr. James VandeBerg, is proud to go above and beyond to give you the compassionate orthodontic care that you deserve throughout your entire orthodontic treatment…and this even includes…

Is It Better To Brush Or Floss First?

Is It Better To Brush Or Floss First?

You know that your family dentist recommends both brushing and flossing to maintain healthy teeth and gums, but which one should you do first? At Boerne Orthodontics, we’re happy to help you figure out the answer to that question. As your trusted Boerne pediatric dentist, we deliver compassionate care in a family-friendly environment using state-of-the-art methods.…

5 Holiday Activities

5 Holiday Activities

At Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, our mission is to help each of our patients achieve a healthy, beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime. But in addition to providing kids throughout Boerne, Fair Oaks, and the surrounding areas with quality pediatric dental treatment in a comfortable office environment, we want to give you and your family a…

Braces at Any Age

At Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, we’re proud to help patients throughout Boerne, TX achieves beautiful smiles through quality braces & Invisalign treatment. While we specialize in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, we use orthodontics to treat patients of all ages – even adults! While many people think that braces are “just for kids,” the truth…

Surviving Thanksgiving with Braces

Surviving Thanksgiving with Braces

Thanksgiving is around the corner, and while many of our patients are getting excited to spend an evening reconnecting with family and indulging in delicious foods, if you’re celebrating Thanksgiving with braces this year, you’ve got one more thing on your plate to think about. While delicious, many of the foods we love to enjoy during Thanksgiving…

Back To School With Braces

Calendar September 20, 2018

Starting a new school year is always an exciting process, but for some of our patients, it can also mean making some adjustments. Heading back to school with braces can take some getting used to, and there are a number of changes you’ll need to make to properly care for your braces during school. But don’t worry:…

How To Avoid Bad Breath With Braces

Braces or not, bad breath can always be a potential concern. Our team here at Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry is set on helping you solve this problem and prevent issues in the future. We proudly provide orthodontic and dental treatment to Boerne, TX, and surrounding areas. Check out our tips to avoid bad breath with braces,…

Benefits of Holistic Dental Care

Your smile is like one big machine, full of countless living parts such as your teeth, gum tissue, and jaw bone. To make sure all of those parts stay healthy and work as they should, there are many types of oral healthcare professionals that focus on providing treatment and care for specific parts of that machine. There…

Does my Child Have a Cavity?

At Boerne Pediatric Dentistry, we’re proud to help kids throughout the Boerne and Fair Oaks, TX areas develop beautiful, healthy smiles – and much of the work we do centers on preventing and treating cavities. Cavities, also called dental decay, are one of the most common preventable conditions in children, second only to the common cold.…

Infectious Smiles

Calendar February 20, 2018

A smile can be infectious. When someone else smiles, it’s not uncommon to have the urge to smile back. It’s a great way to invoke positive feelings in another person. However, that’s not exactly the meaning of ‘infectious’ that we at Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry have in mind! There’s another type of infectious smile…

Dental Sealants and Cavities

Calendar December 12, 2017

As your premier provider of Boerne and Fair Oaks Invisalign and braces, it’s our aim at Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry to do everything we can to help your child attain a healthy smile. One of the basic fundamentals of achieving a healthy smile lies in the prevention of cavities. To help in this task, our practice…

Sports Drinks & Your Teeth

At Boerne Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, your teeth are our number one concern. We want to do all we can to make sure that all our patients are on the right path to a lifetime of healthy smiles. We don’t just provide this compassionate care while you’re here to visit your Fair Oaks and Boerne…

My Teen Doesn’t Want Metal Mouth!

Orthodontic treatment is common among teens and adolescents. By the time children have reached this age, all their permanent teeth have arrived, and it is possible to tell if they need adjustment due to misalignment, crowding or other issues. However, as common as braces are, some might prefer a less visible option. For many teens, Invisalign is…

Understanding Dental Anxiety

Dental anxiety affects a wide range of people, and can keep them from receiving vital dental care. Often, this anxiety stems from unpleasant experiences in the past, usually during childhood. Using sedation dentistry can help overcome this issue and allow you to have your teeth properly cared for. What Causes Dental Anxiety? Dental anxiety can occur for…

What To Do If a Child Has Tooth Decay

Tooth decay in children is unfortunately a common problem. Children’s oral health is as important as their overall health, yet sometimes this isn’t recognized because children lose their baby teeth, making them seem less important. However, it’s vital that your child have regular checkups and any necessary treatment if a cavity does occur. Treating and Preventing Tooth…

Invisalign Orthodontic Treatment For Comfort and Convenience

Invisalign is a relatively new approach to orthodontic treatment. It’s gained in popularity because the clear plastic trays are virtually invisible and don’t detract from your appearance. The trays are also more comfortable than traditional metal brackets. Advantages of Invisalign The first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions orthodontic work is traditional braces, with their…

Is Flossing Possible With Braces?

Orthodontics is a dental treatment to move your teeth into the right position, but the treatments used can present a challenge to maintaining your everyday oral hygiene. If you are wearing braces, flossing is not only possible, but it’s important to maintain the health of your teeth. Your orthodontist and your dentist can provide you with tools that…