Entries by Dr. Matt Akridge of Akridge Orthodontics

Now Hiring Smiling Faces!

Are you looking for part-time hours and a great place to work? Akridge Orthodontics is now hiring additional orthodontic assistants for our practices. If you are searching for a new challenge, have orthodontic experience and don’t want to work every day of the week, we would love to talk with you. Although this position is […]

Braces: Cosmetic or Necessary?

Maybe there is a debate in your head whether or not you or your child should begin the orthodontic journey. Do you wonder about the benefits? Take a look at these four reasons for starting down the road to straighter teeth. 1. Making room for crowded and crooked teeth. Some may feel that crowded and […]

Am I Too Old For Braces?

Too old for braces? The answer is definitely, “No.” Maybe you find yourself in a new season where considering your teeth and jaw alignment can be a priority. Do you refuse to show your teeth when you smile? Have you put off the idea of braces because you’re afraid of how they will look? Braces […]

A More Affordable Solution

Instead of focusing on novelties like massages or free soft serve ice cream to add to your orthodontics experience, we would rather keep our costs down to offer you a more economical solution. When did getting braces need to include frills? We recognize the investment you’re making toward healthy teeth for your family. The steps […]

Take Advantage of Summer!

First of all, be ahead of the rush and take hold of these last weeks of summer. Here is a perfect opportunity to check off another to-do-list item before school resumes and the list of extra-curricular activities increase—braces consultation. At Akridge Orthodontics we offer a FREE consultation appointment for braces. This complimentary evaluation is nothing for your […]

Keeping Summer Sweet with Braces

Days picnicking at the park, family vacations, and special occasions involve decadent desserts and sugary sodas. These summertime treats add up, and they could lead to tooth decay, especially with braces. How can something so yummy be harmful? 1. Sticky. Gum, taffy, caramel and other sticky candies can easily get stuck in braces and could cause […]

Can Orthodontics Change Your Face Shape?

Some people have asked if orthodontics can change the shape of your face. The answer is yes! Braces can bring symmetry to your face and fix alignment issues that look awkward, restoring a natural look to your mouth and jawline. There are three alignment issues that will have the most dramatic effect on a person’s […]

Orthodontics Isn’t Just For Teens and Kids!

Parents often bring their children in for orthodontic care thinking it is too late for themselves. “I’m too old for braces now” is often the reasoning they give. We know many people associate braces with an age group, but the reality is, braces are for every age. Your teeth are constantly moving, and at Akridge […]

Is your child ready for orthodontics?

The best time for braces is when your child’s permanent teeth come in. However, there are other types of treatments that may require earlier care. For this reason, The American Association of Orthodontists and the American Dental Association recommend that all kids be evaluated for orthodontic treatment by the age of 7. Braces The main reasons that a child […]