Most people believe that a toothbrush is a toothbrush and that there really is no difference between them. Unfortunately many people also underestimate the importance of good oral hygiene and the critical role it plays in your overall health. This is particularly true during orthodontic treatment. McNamara Orthodontics in Ann Arbor MI is setting the record straight.
Here at McNamara Orthodontics in Ann Arbor MI, we know that orthodontics may seem a bit daunting to understand for many but with the 2015-16 school season closing in, now is the best time to learn what some call the “ABC’s of Orthodontics.” Simply put, “A” is for age, “B” is for braces types, and “C” is cost
We dug up some interesting information about different types if species and their teeth we thought everyone might enjoy reading on our blog at McNamara Orthodontics. Thanks for visiting our blog and enjoy the post. Feel free to share it with your friends in Ann Arbor MI. Elephants: Did you know their tusks are overgrown incisors used for
Many consumers are confused why they should choose an orthodontist in the Ann Arbor MI area at McNamara Orthodontics versus a general dentist or pedodontist to straighten their teeth with braces or Invisalign. Plain and Simple… the answer is experience and training.
The ongoing controversy about too much fluoride in our drinking water has finally resulted in the US department of Health and Human Resources (HHS) lowering the recommended level of fluoride in community drinking water. This was announced April 27, 2015 in a news release. Americans now have access to more sources of fluoride, such as toothpaste and mouth
In today’s digital world, you can buy almost anything you want on the Internet. This includes finding the do it yourself information that goes along with it. Everyone wants to save money every way they can. However, some people are learning the hard way that doing it yourself isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, especially when straightening
All of us here at McNamara Orthodontics in Ann Arbor MI have heard the expression “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Taking this to heart can make our teeth stronger and brighter if we eat the right foods to support that healthy smile.
Many parents aren’t getting the message that sugary drinks, other than soda, are not healthy alternatives for your kids. As orthodontic treatment providers, we are not only concerned the added sugar is unhealthy in our kids diets, the drinks also promote decalcification or permanent white marks around brackets if patients are not brushing or rinsing their mouths after
