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Discover the Benefits of Invisalign

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Invisalign

The problem with poorly aligned teeth isn’t just in how they look. It has dental health implications too. Enhancing your smile can be beneficial to your overall well-being in addition to making you feel better about yourself.


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Differences Between Orthodontists and Dentists

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Orthodontists Dentists

In the world of dental and oral care, dentists and orthodontists are two completely different but very similar dental care professionals. In fact, they’re so similar that people often confuse one for the other.


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Taking Care of Your Braces During Summer

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Braces Summer

Are you excited about summer? We at OMG Smiles, your trusted orthodontic clinic in Waterbury, certainly are! With the warmer weather and brighter sunshine, there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy. But while taking a break from school or work, don't forget the importance of maintaining your braces.


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Orthodontics For Children

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Orthodontics Children

According to the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO), up to 4 Million Americans already use braces. Since teeth alignment issues are often diagnosed during childhood or early adolescence, the majority of people that use braces are children. In fact, only about 20 percent of people that use braces are adults.


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Why It's Important to Wear Your Bands

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Wear Bands

Orthodontic bands, popularly known as elastics, rubber bands, or simply bands, are commonly worn as accessories to braces. They are crucial to the treatment of teeth and jaw irregularities. However, not everyone with braces needs to wear them.


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Am I Too Old for Braces?

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Adult Braces

Have you ever considered straightening your teeth or taking steps to achieve a beautiful grin but felt you were too old? The truth is that there is no age limit to wearing braces, maintaining your oral health, and achieving your dream smile. When most people think of braces, they tend to associate them with children and teenagers.


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Invisalign Teen

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Invisalign Teen

Traditional braces are the staple treatment for correcting misaligned teeth for people of all ages, including children and teenagers. Clear aligners are becoming popular as well but used to be reserved for grownups.


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Questions To Ask Your Orthodontist

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Questions for Orthodontist

Are you conscious of your smile in photographs? Is the shape, position, or alignment of your teeth making it difficult to get through the day without feeling embarrassed? Then it is time to pay a visit to an orthodontist.


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Things To Remember After Orthodontic Treatment

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After Ortho Treatment

Congratulations! You've taken the first step towards having healthy, well-aligned teeth by getting orthodontic treatment. You're undoubtedly looking forward to having a perfect set of teeth and a smile you can always be proud of.


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Am I a Candidate for Invisalign?

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Invisalign Candidate

According to the WHO, nearly 3.5 billion people have one form of dental disease or another. This means If you're not comfortable with the look of your teeth or smile, you're not alone. Roughly half of the world's population suffers from dental issues.


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