It’s important to maintain strong tooth enamel regularly. This is because your enamel is the hard shells of your teeth that protect the inner layers. If you’re not careful, the enamel can soften and cause dental problems. So, it’s important to do what you can to maintain strong tooth enamel, especially when you have braces. To help you do so,... read more »

Oral hygiene can be tricky when you have braces. However, it’s not as tricky as you think it is. With Dr. John Fleming’s tips and guidelines, you can properly clean your smile and braces each day, and stay on track toward the results you desire! Tip No. 1: Brush your teeth after you eat. This means you need to brush... read more »

If you’re about to get your braces removed, good for you! You now have the straight and stunning smile you’ve always wanted. Now, before you remove your braces, Dr. John Fleming and our orthodontic team would like to make sure you know it’s still important to take good care of your smile. In fact, there are certain tips you should... read more »

Did you know that you still need to take care of your smile while you align your teeth with orthodontics? Well, it’s true! You need to do all you can to keep your chompers healthy and your appliance strong. If you take proper care of your smile, your treatment will remain on track and you won’t need to worry about... read more »

Before you decide to align your smile with braces, our team at Quality Orthodontic Care recommends that you learn a little bit more about the appliance so you’re not left confused and overwhelmed at your appointments. So, to help you, we have provided the definitions to the following words: Band – A band is a small metal ring that fits... read more »