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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 […]
Three Steps to Becoming a New Patient at Akridge
We love new patients and welcome them into our office! At the same time, we also know that transferring paperwork, getting information organized, and developing trust with a new doctor are a few challenges in the new patient process. We want to make your transition as a patient with us as smooth as possible, so […]
What is the Alexander Discipline?
Akridge Orthodontics works hard to ensure you get the best results for your teeth in the most efficient fashion. We believe that Effort=Results, which is why we use The Alexander Discipline. The Alexander Discipline is a combination of orthodontic principles that lay a foundation for diagnosis and treatment of orthodontic cases. The Discipline was developed by Dr. […]
Braces and Sports
Soccer mom, football dad, baseball parents; you are the ones who sit in the hot sun, huddle under umbrellas in the rain, and cheer on your kids in whatever they do. You are their biggest fans, and on-call nurses. But freeing a lip from a brace is never a fun task for a parent, and […]
Now Accepting Medicaid Patients
At Akridge, we care about each of our patients individually. We know the importance of receiving quality dental and orthodontic care, and how orthodontics can prevent tremendous discomfort in the future. Not everyone can afford orthodontic care on their own, and we are thankful for Medicaid bringing patients to us who otherwise wouldn’t be able […]
What to Expect Before Your Kids Get Braces
Braces have become a trademark of growing up, and have come a long way from the “nerdy” stereotype. But there is great care that will need to happen before, during, and after treatments, and a few things you may want to explain to your child before they go in to get braces. Braces Make You […]
Tips for Keeping Braces Clean
Having braces requires frequent maintenance and attention. No doubt you have probably seen the slightly frightening pictures of people who finally get their braces removed, only to have their teeth stained around each bracket, like removing old pictures from a wall. This happens when the braces and teeth were not properly cleaned, and is easy […]
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