Tag Archives: orthodontist

Teeth cleaning before braces?

teeth cleaning before braces

Do I need a teeth cleaning before braces? Do you need a teeth cleaning before braces? The short answer is YES! Why do orthodontists and dentists make you get a teeth cleaning before braces? There are many reasons that an orthodontist will want you to get a professional teeth cleaning before starting braces. Not least […]

Nickel allergy or nickel sensitivity in dentistry and orthodontics – Wheaton orthodontist

wheaton orthodontics

Collection of studies and information about nickel allergy or nickel sensitivity in the dental field Orthodontics Nickel titanium wires are often used for orthodontics. Nickel ion release is higher when a cell phone is used a lot.  The saliva concentration of nickel in patients with nickel titanium wires or other orthodontic appliances containing nickel is […]

Looking for a dentist, pediatric dentist, or orthodontist?

Wheaton general dentist staff

Whether looking for a dentist, pediatric dentist, or orthodontist; we have you covered.  We are the Wheaton family dental office you are looking for. We are here to serve the dental needs of your entire family for their entire life.  Our goal is to be the only dental office your family will ever need! We […]

When should my child’s teeth be coming in?

primary teeth chart

The following is a baby teeth order chart of a infants’s mouth and lists when each tooth should approximately be coming in and when it should be getting loose and lost.  Below that is a second graphic showing when the permanent teeth should be coming in. 2 general rules of getting baby teeth Girls get […]