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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: What's a palatal expander and why would I need one?
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012. What's a palatal expander and why would I need one? A palatal expander "expands" (or widens) your upper jaw by putting gentle pressure on your upper molars and is used to make the bottom and upper teeth fit together better. It also makes more room for teeth and helps to promote a broader, more aesthetic smile. Posted by Dr. Ernest Gardner. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Welcome to our blog! Give us a call and schedule your appointment today:. Dr Gardner provides comprehensi...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: Top ten tips for keeping your BRACES sparklin’ clean!
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Monday, July 16, 2012. Top ten tips for keeping your BRACES sparklin’ clean! Keeping your teeth clean is more important than ever when you have braces! Food bits have more spots than usual to hide in your mouth, so you must be diligent in order to avoid bad breath, swollen gums, discolored teeth and cavities. If you remove plaque regularly during treatment, you'll experience better results and shorter treatment time. Keep plaque at bay with these top ten tips:. 1 One tooth at a time. While you’re i...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: August 2012
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Sunday, August 19, 2012. When Should I Schedule an Orthodontic Evaluation for My Child? Posted by Dr. Ernest Gardner. Monday, August 13, 2012. What are the Early Signs of Orthodontic Problems? Visibly crooked teeth are not the only reason to take your child into the orthodontist. There are some subtle things to look for as well, which may indicate the onset of more serious orthodontic issues. Many orthodontic issues are much easier to address if treated and corrected during a child's development. 8226; C...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: May 2012
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Monday, May 28, 2012. Summer is Almost Here- Tips for a Bright, White Smile! Summer is only weeks away, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for most of our patients. Whether you are headed to a barbecue, a camping trip, hitting America’s open roads or just having fun in the backyard this summer, we want to hear all about it! Make sure to let us know what you’re up to as spring winds down and summer begins on our Facebook page! Memorial Day weeke...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: March 2012
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012. Why do I need a braces adjustment so often? Scheduling your adjustments sooner than planned may result in more pain and discomfort, because your teeth haven’t been allowed to settle into their new positions properly. Skipping appointments or scheduling them farther apart will result in a much longer treatment time. Visiting our office regularly will also allow us to answer any questions you may have, check for damaged appliances, and monitor your progress. Most of all though, a...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: October 2011
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Friday, October 28, 2011. Photos from our Halloween Family Skate and Pizza Night 2011. Last Tuesday, October 18th, Piedmont Orthodontic Associates. Had our Halloween Family Skate and Pizza Night! We had such a great time as you can tell by photos from the event below. Visit the Halloween 2011. Photo album on our Facebook page. To see many more photos from our event. Dr Ernest Gardner "Dracula" and his wife Cathy "Tooth Fairy". A wonderful night for Grand-parents and grand-children! And our entire staff.
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: August 2011
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Friday, August 26, 2011. Ask Dr. Gardner: Now that I have braces, what can I eat? You just got braces at Piedmont Orthodontic Associates. And Dr. Ernest Gardner. Has informed you that during your orthodontic treatment you will want to avoid eating anything sticky, hard, crunchy, or chewy. What does this leave for you to eat? Luckily, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, created a variety of “braces-friendly” recipes. Or ask us on Facebook. Posted by Dr. Ernest Gardner. There,...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: July 2012
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Monday, July 30, 2012. When coming to our office to have braces put on, you may find yourself feeling a bit intimidated and nervous about the experience. We hope to help you feel more at ease by explaining exactly what the different parts of braces are, and what they do. 8226; Elastic Tie — This is a very small rubber band, and it holds the archwire in place. 8226; Loop in Archwire — This is not in all braces. If it is used, it is to close a gap left from a tooth extraction. 8226; Band — This is a ...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: You're Never Too Old to Treat Yourself to a New Smile!
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Monday, July 23, 2012. You're Never Too Old to Treat Yourself to a New Smile! Did you know one in every five orthodontic patients is an adult? People of all ages can benefit from orthodontic treatment with our office. The physical process for moving teeth is the same, young or old, which means it’s never too late to address issues such as an overbite or under bite, crooked or crowded teeth, or jaw disorders. How Do I Get Started? Posted by Dr. Ernest Gardner. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Dr Gardne...
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The Piedmont Orthodontic Associates Blog: April 2012
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012. Foods to Avoid During Your Orthodontic Treatment. Avoid tough meats, hard breads and raw vegetables such as carrots and celery. Before long, you'll be able to bite a cucumber again. But you'll need to protect your orthodontic appliances when you eat for as long as you're wearing braces. Span style="font-weight:bold;" Foods you should avoid include: /span. Span style="font-style:italic;" • Chewy foods: /span bagels, hard rolls, licorice. Posted by Dr. Ernest Gardner. Keeping your ...
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