You’ve already been told a hundred times, but we’re telling you again: be very mindful of what you eat while wearing braces. Dr. Laurie McNamara and Dr. James A. McNamara in Ann Arbor, MI is a firm believer that taking care of your braces is crucial to getting a great orthodontic result! During the coronavirus quarantine, it is harder
At McNamara Orthodontics, we do our best to remain available for orthodontic emergencies. Please call our office if you think you are experiencing an orthodontic emergency. We don’t want you to feel like you’re on your own when it comes to your orthodontic treatment. That being said, sometimes our patients run into problems or experience discomfort at a
With the rapid spread of COVID-19 forcing many orthodontic and dental offices to temporarily close, it is more important now than ever to practice good oral hygiene. Although we may not be sure exactly when our practice will be able to open its doors again, your smile is still our priority. For those currently undergoing orthodontic treatment, Dr.
Everyone knows that garlic and onions are the usual culprits for bad breath. But do you know what other foods may be causing your stinky breath? For some people, bad breath can be genetic. However, whether you’re wearing braces or not, certain foods in your daily routine could be to blame. Read on to find out what Dr.
Who doesn’t love to catch some sun rays? Well sunshine lovers, Dr. Laurie McNamara and Dr. James A. McNamara at McNamara Orthodontics have news for you! A little sunshine actually HELPS your teeth during orthodontic treatment! Sunshine has been found to improve mood, our immune functions, and increases vitamin D production in our bodies. The Importance of Vitamin
We know that exercise is very important for both our mental and physical health. However, have you thought about the effects of running on your oral health? While those two things may seem unrelated, they’re actually not. Fear not. Dr. Laurie McNamara and Dr. James A. McNamara at McNamara Orthodontics will explain the correlation between running and oral health.
If you’re savvy at word scrambles, you could start the new year off with some spending money at Target! McNamara Orthodontics announces our first contest of 2020 – the Orthodontic Word Scramble! How It Works We’ve jumbled the letters of some common words and terms relating to orthodontics and braces! Correctly unscramble each word, and you’ll be entered
Did you know that the alignment of your teeth can affect your speech? If you struggle to pronounce certain words, your teeth could be the reason why. Thankfully, orthodontics can help. Dr. Laurie McNamara and Dr. James A. McNamara at McNamara Orthodontics can provide orthodontic treatment to resolve common oral problems such as: Lisp or Whistling Lisps or whistles
There are a lot of reasons you should be flashing those pearly whites more often – smiling is good for your health! According to Psychology Today, when you smile you activate neural messaging that benefits your health and happiness. As we close out the year, it is important to find reasons to smile and be grateful for all
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Are you looking for an orthodontist near me in Ann Arbor, MI? Orthodontist Dr. Laurie McNamara McClatchey specializes in orthodontic treatment, which includes early orthodontic treatment for children, orthodontic treatment for teens, and adult orthodontics with braces and Invisalign clear aligners. When considering the cost of braces, the cost of clear aligners, and the time it takes to create your new smile, your choice of treatment provider matters.
