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Let’s Be Perfectly Clear!
posted: Jul. 22, 2024.

One of the most common reasons for choosing clear aligners is that they are just that—clear! You can achieve a healthy, beautiful smile without the more obvious wires and brackets Read more
Working Behind the Scenes—Lingual Braces
posted: Jul. 15, 2024.

There are many great reasons to see an orthodontist. For a healthier bite. For straighter teeth. For a more confident smile. So why are you hesitating? If the visibility of Read more
Do I really need to wear my rubber bands with my braces?
posted: Jul. 08, 2024.

Most of our patients at Northeast Orthodontics will need to wear rubber bands at some point during their orthodontic treatment. The main reason our patients are instructed to wear rubber Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jul. 01, 2024.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more
Stars Who Had Braces
posted: Jun. 24, 2024.

Not everyone is born with a million-dollar smile, not even some celebrities. The following stars have all had their moments as a “brace face,” either as a child, teenager, or Read more
Sealants: What are they and how do they help?
posted: Jun. 17, 2024.

Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant Read more
Celebrate Your Dad's Smile
posted: Jun. 10, 2024.

Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored Read more
June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
posted: Jun. 03, 2024.

The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 27, 2024.

Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read more
Things You Should Know Before Getting an Oral Piercing
posted: May 20, 2024.

Have you been thinking about getting an oral piercing lately? It could seem enticing because they look trendy or cool, but it’s worth know the health risks associated with oral Read more
How to Floss with Braces
posted: May 13, 2024.

The Northeast 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 Read more
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 06, 2024.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
The Evolution of Braces
posted: Apr. 29, 2024.

Did you know that even in ancient times, people wanted to improve the look and function of their smiles? Northeast Orthodontics thinks of modern orthodontic appliances as sleek, efficient technology, Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 22, 2024.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
posted: Apr. 15, 2024.

Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more
Aftercare After Extraction
posted: Apr. 08, 2024.

Orthodontists do everything they can to save teeth, but sometimes, a tooth is so damaged by accident, injury, infection, or decay that extraction is the only option. Or perhaps your Read more