How Long Does Orthodontic Treatment Take?
Seeking orthodontic treatment at Centralia Orthodontics can improve a person’s confidence, comfort, and health. Many of our patients ask, “How long does orthodontic treatment take?“ Due to the uniqueness of each smile, there is no one-set timeframe for orthodontic treatment. Typically treatment usually takes between 12 and 24-months. Severe alignment issues, age, oral health, and […]
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Invisalign Cleaning Techniques And Practices
Invisalign is a revolutionary orthodontic treatment but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t keep it clean. These aligners are in your mouth for 22 hours a day. Making sure they are free of harmful bacteria is crucial to your health. Dr. F. Andrew Lasley and the Centralia Orthodontics team want to help you take care of […]
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Why is Smiling Healthy?
Why is Smiling Healthy? Simply put, smiling instructs our brain to release certain natural chemicals. While the initial response is a slightly elevated mood, there are other serious effects on our health. Smiling could add years to your life. Why do some people seem to know this while others grump their way through life trying […]
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Can You Drink with Invisalign?
Although to answer the question, “Can you drink with Invisalign?” we should first consider what you are drinking. The quick answer is that the only thing you can drink while wearing Invisalign is plain water. However, the trays are removable. The longer answer is that you can drink anything during treatment as long as your […]
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Cleaning Maintenance with Invisalign
Part of Invisalign treatment is making a commitment to yourself. Because this is a patient-centered treatment, more responsibility is on the patient. That means developing routine cleaning maintenance habits with Invisalign. A new task normally takes 21 days (three weeks) to become a habit. The Importance of Cleaning Maintenance with Invisalign Brushing and flossing should […]
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Invisalign or Braces? Which is Best for Me?
If you are considering orthodontic treatment, you have probably asked yourself the questions, “Invisalign or Braces? Which is Best for Me?” Although both treatment methods have advantages and disadvantages, making a decision on which is the best for you can be confusing. Invisalign or Braces? Exploring the Differences Of course, almost everyone knows that Invisalign […]
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Invisalign in Centralia WA
For Invisalign in Centralia, WA, Centralia Orthodontics offers solutions for children, teens, and adults. As a Diamond-level provider, Dr. Lasley and his staff are highly skilled in making perfect smiles. Advantages of Invisalign Treatment Many people select Invisalign treatment simply because it is an almost invisible way to straighten a smile. The truth is that […]
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How to Clean My Invisalign Aligners
Whether you are considering them or you already have Invisalign, learning how to clean your Invisalign clear aligners is important. Although it isn’t a difficult task, it does require including it as a regular part of your daily oral health care routine. What You Need to Clean Invisalign Aligners The first question everyone asks is, […]
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Award-Winning Orthodontist in Centralia WA
While we can brag all day about being an award-winning orthodontist in Centralia, WA, you’re wondering, “What does that really mean?” In a nutshell, it means that Centralia Orthodontics is good at what we do. We are proud to provide residents of the Seattle metropolitan area with outstanding orthodontic care. Platinum Invisalign Provider Align Technologies […]
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Foods to Eat With Braces
The biggest fright that most teens seem to have when told they need braces is the thought of living on mashed potatoes for years. Let’s dispel that myth right away and explore the foods to eat with braces. With braces comes the responsibility of taking care of the hardware, which unfortunately does mean a slightly […]
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Invisalign Vs. Braces
There are good arguments for both in the Invisalign Vs. Braces battle. Are you grappling with the decision of whether to get traditional braces or Invisalign? Looking at the advantages and disadvantages of both might help. Talking with an orthodontist and discussing your options is the first step. You can take that step today by […]
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How To Choose The Best Orthodontist In Centralia
Orthodontics (commonly known as braces) is one of the most delicate specialties in dentistry, if not the most delicate. No other specialty requires that much attention to detail. An intimate knowledge of not only teeth, gums and muscles, but physics and mathematics as well is also required. Most dental specialists deal with a single aspect […]
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