Five Fun Ways to Count Down Your Braces Time
Braces can straighten your teeth to give you a more attractive smile for life. The process can take 18 months to two years or more, and this amount of time can seem unending when you first get your braces. Counting down your brace time can help the time pass more quickly and build the excitement […]
TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is a hinge that connects the temporal bones, in your skull in front of each ear, to your jaw. The joint enables you to talk, yawn, […]
How to Floss with Braces
The Pacific Northwest Orthodontics team knows that oral hygiene is important, whether you have braces on your teeth or not. But if you are a person who wears braces, caring for your teeth and gums can become somewhat challenging. Without daily oral hygiene practices, you may become prone to cavities and tooth decay during your […]
Braces-Friendly Recipe: Breakfast
Kids can be picky eaters. How many times have you seen your child try to hide the peas under a mound of mashed potatoes? At Pacific Northwest Orthodontics, Dr. Mark Sundberg and our team understand how hard it can be to get your child to eat the recommended daily allowance of fruits and vegetables. The […]
What is malocclusion?
The term malocclusion refers to misalignment of teeth. You may have been born with malocclusion, so your teeth simply grew in crooked, or the misalignment and crowding of your teeth occurred over a period of time. Either way, not only can malocclusion pose cosmetic issues, but it can have a negative effect on your speaking […]
What band color is right for your astrological sign?
For centuries, many have believed in messages written in the stars and constellations. Some people look to their astrological sign to understand their personalities and preferences better, and even to foresee their destiny. Whether you’re a firm believer in astrology or just read your horoscope for fun now and then, your perfect band color according […]
Should I Get Braces?
If you’re thinking about investing in braces, there are a few things you should take into consideration. It’s normal for adult teeth to come in crooked, which is why braces are a common solution for teens and adults who desire a beautiful smile. Your dentist may recommend orthodontic treatment if crooked teeth begin to affect […]
Elastics and Braces
If you’ve visited Pacific Northwest Orthodontics, then there’s a good chance you’re looking to perfect your smile by straightening your teeth with braces. At some point during your treatment, you may need to use elastics, otherwise known as rubber bands, for a certain period. These are used to apply additional pressure that will move your […]
Play Sports? Use Mouthguards.
Dr. Mark Sundberg and our team recommend always wearing a protective mouthguard to participate in most physical sports. We especially encourage this if you have braces that can potentially cut your mouth or cause damage to your teeth. You have various choices to consider when you’re looking for a protective mouthguard. One option is a […]
Orthodontic Treatments
It’s not unusual for a patient to be unaware of the range of services that orthodontists can provide for their patients. Knowing which services Dr. Mark Sundberg and our team perform can help you better understand your options and why we might select a particular method of treatment. Both orthodontists and dentists care about good […]