The majority of our Vancouver orthodontist patients who wear retainers are gearing up to head back to school. This means getting school supplies together, registering for classes, getting a haircut and preparing the mind for a new level of learning. And, while the start of school feels like the end of summer, there are still […]
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Although no one really enjoys wearing braces, there are several things you can do to help make the whole experience a little smoother. One of the biggest complaints of people who wear braces is how much they hurt. Although some pain is inevitable, in most cases you shouldn’t have to be miserable while wearing braces. […]
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Many people who wear braces tend to hide their smile. Whether it is because they aren’t a fan of their brackets, or they are used to hiding their smile because of crooked teeth, our Vancouver orthodontist team says, “Let your smile shine!” We have a number of Braces Services that we offer and are happy […]
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The thought of braces may make you cringe, but in the long run, your personalized oral treatment plan laid out by your Vancouver orthodontist is well worth it. Whether you need braces for a few months or a few years, the end result is a glowing smile that you’ll want to share with everyone. So […]
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Despite coming from a family of orthodontists (my father and grandfather were both orthodontists) my early dreams centered more on becoming the next Michael Jordan or Perry Mason… My athletic ability limited my NBA aspirations and over time I became more interested in a career in health care as opposed to trial law. Choosing dentistry over […]
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You love your teeth because they allow you to eat and look great. But you might need braces due to some problems with them. There are many materials that orthodontists use to make braces, and we will talk a little bit about them here. Stainless Steel Stainless steel is truly amazing when it comes to […]
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Regardless of your age, 6-years-old to 75-years-old, if you feel self conscious about your teeth, it is hard to enjoy so many of the social aspects of life. Having crooked, unevenly spaced or misaligned teeth can interfere with your life at any age. At Columbia Orthodontics, we can treat you, regardless of age. You shouldn’t […]
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Wearing braces can be a big change for some of us, but it’s imperative to remember that the benefits are worth all the hassle. Besides getting a killer smile, your mouth will be healthier, making the rest of your body healthier. Because of this, we can’t just worry about maintaining the actual braces, we must also […]
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When Dr. Croft puts braces on your teeth, you now have more spaces that can trap food. The brushing habits you had before for cleaning your teeth may no longer be enough. Here are a few things that can occur if you don’t brush adequately. Demineralization. That a pretty big word for something which is actually […]
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St. Patrick’s Day is this week and many people already celebrated over the weekend. This is the day when the Irish and the Irish-at-heart, wander around in all manner of green clothing. Some even go so far as to turning their hair green for the event. In the mid-400’s, St. Patrick was captured in Wales […]
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