Halloween Fun with Braces
Halloween is a favorite holiday among children due to the festive games, imaginative costumes, and candy. Modern celebrations stem from a combination of traditions from Pagan and Christian traditions throughout the centuries. The original holiday was called Samhain and derived from the ancient Druids of Ireland. In their belief system, November 1st marked the beginning […]
AcceleDent® helps you shorten time with braces!
Dr. Mark Sundberg and our team at Pacific Northwest Orthodontics are excited to announce that we offer the AcceleDent System! AcceleDent, the first and only orthodontic micropulse device of its kind, can actually reduce the time you spend wearing braces, 38 to 50 percent faster than with traditional orthodontics alone. Orthopedic doctors have been using […]
What is the AcceleDent® System and how can it help you?
Dr. Mark Sundberg and our team know most of our patients at Pacific Northwest Orthodontics would probably welcome the idea of speeding up the time they wear braces. And now they can, thanks to AcceleDent, a treatment option that has been shown to increase tooth alignment by 106 percent and reduce the time you spend […]
Halloween Guidelines from the American Association of Orthodontists
Fall can be a really enjoyable time of the year for you and your family. The kids are back in school, the leaves are changing, and Halloween approaches. This holiday is a lot of fun for kids, but Pacific Northwest Orthodontics wants to remind you it can also be risky, especially for your child’s braces. […]
The Evolution of Braces
Did you know that even in ancient times, people wanted to improve the look and function of their smiles? Pacific Northwest Orthodontics thinks of modern orthodontic appliances as sleek, efficient technology, but this was not always so! Take a look at the highlights in the evolution of braces. Ancient Times: From Greece to Rome According […]
My Mummy had Braces! Weird Facts about the History of Braces
Sometimes real life is stranger and more interesting that any made-up story. These weird and interesting facts about braces will amuse you … and make you glad you didn’t have to get braces “way back when.” Mummies with braces: Archaeologists have discovered mummies with crude bands of metal wrapped around their teeth. The metal was […]
Sugar and Your Orthodontic Treatment
One word no one likes to hear is “cavity!” For those patients of ours wearing braces, hearing that word is especially problematic, considering that delaying any dental work may result in delaying treatment time. We often blame candy as the culprit behind tooth decay, but other foods and drinks that kids consume can be just […]
I got my braces. Now what?
You’ve taken the first step toward a healthier and more beautiful appearance by getting braces at Pacific Northwest Orthodontics, and you’re probably wondering what comes next. The first week is the period of biggest adjustment, and there’s a lot to learn in this short time. Don’t worry; in a few short days your braces will […]
Happy Labor Day!
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last chance to barbeque in the beautiful Tacoma, WA community, head to the lake, and wear your favorite pair of white pants. About Labor Day Each […]
How Your Pearly Whites Can Help You in Life
At Pacific Northwest Orthodontics, Dr. Mark Sundberg and our staff have found that patients who like their smiles have better self-esteem. People who don’t like their smiles are often skittish about talking to other people. According to the National Women’s Health Resource Center, when women are asked about what they’d most like to change about themselves, […]