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‘Soul Surfer’ Bethany Hamilton To Promote Fast, Comfortable Orthodontic Treatment



In honor of National Orthodontics Health Month, Ormco Corporation, the makers of the Damon® System, an orthodontic treatment that combines patented “tieless” braces with advanced memory wire, today announced professional surfer Bethany Hamilton has signed on as the company’s official endorser.

Save Braces: How to Avoid a Sticky Situation this Halloween



Kids with Damon System braces can still enjoy Halloween treats by following orthodontist tips and tricks. Halloween is around the corner and for teenagers and preteens with braces – and parents responsible for treatment costs —- Halloween treats can be a real horror, breaking and loosening braces and retainers and even potentially prolonging treatment.

‘Share A Smile’ Founders, Volunteer Dentists Featured in Unique Social Media Campaign

An Orange County-based charity that puts smiles back on the faces of underprivileged kids in need of major orthodontic care is the first charitable organization featured as part of a unique social media campaign designed to inspire people to get involved with nonprofits.

Share A Smile, Unique Orange County Dental Charity For Disadvantaged Kids, Launches First Fundraising Campaign

For some local children without the resources to obtain dental care, smiling is more of a dream. Enter Share A Smile, an Orange County charity aimed at enriching the lives of Southern California’s underprivileged kids by providing major dental and orthodontic procedures for free to those in need.

Early Orthodontic Treatment for Straighten Teeth of your Child



The teeth may not be uniform in appearance. Your orthodontist can work wonders for your child and restore his self-esteem. Braces may not be suggested to everyone. However, it depends on the orthodontist to decide. Getting early orthodontic treatment will have many benefits.

Tips to Avoid Teeth Discoloration and Remove Stains



Healthy teeth should be white, but this is true only partly. Shining white Hollywood smile is often a result of work of dentists and orthodontists. Natural tooth color has shades of yellow, gray or blue. Every person has its individual tooth color, as well as eye color or hair. Any dentist will tell you: the darker tooth enamel is the stronger.

Dentists Offering Chance To Win Free Smile Makeover Valued $25,000

Five local Tucson dental providers are contributing their services for a combined $25,000 free smile makeover for one lucky winner of the Tucson Smile Makeover.

How to Prevent Holiday Treats from Damaging Braces and Teeth

One of the busiest times of the year for orthodontists is the week after Halloween. Emergency visits increase dramatically because teenagers, children, and even adults have damaged their metal braces or suffered a dental injury or due to eating treats such as candy. The fact is that many of the treats that we so richly enjoy during the holiday season may be harmful to our teeth.

Smiles Changes Lives Offer Free Braces For Low Income Youth



Smile Change Lives is a nonprofit organization, which teams up with orthodontists to provide free and affordable braces for low income youth. Dental braces are frequently thought of a being a purely cosmetic procedure that is only available to those who can afford it, or for the lucky few people who have a dental insurance plan that covers the expense of dental braces.

New Bank Reform Rules Will Affect Orthodontic Industry



The newest bank reform rules are bound to have an effect on the orthodontic industry. Orthodontists, hit hard by the recession, are now preparing themselves for another financial blow after bank reform.

Free Dental Clinics Provide Care to Uninsured



Local dentists to participate in program to provide free dental care to underserved children. Recession frays a health care safety net for low-income. Free mobile clinics draw crowds of uninsured. Free dental clinic scheduled.

The Cost of Invisible Braces for Adults



The cost of invisible braces for adults can range depending upon the malpositioning of the teeth and how long it will take to straighten the teeth. The extreme advantages that one derives from using invisible braces for teeth straightening suggest that the price one pays for adult braces is definitely more than worth the investment.

Finding Affordable Dental Braces for Needy Children



There are affordable braces and free braces for children that are in financial need of assistance. Recently, Smiles Change Lives revealed that the organization will be offering a unique orthodontic program to provide braces in all the states in the United States.

Free Dental Care for Kids in Need Scheduled

Give Kids A Smile, Free Dental Care for those in Need. Local needy children to receive dental help. Local Dentists and Lake Superior College to Provide Free Dental Care to Children in Need. Free Dental Work For Kids.

Wearing Braces: Dental Braces Care

If you or your child has dental braces, you are no doubt aware that dental braces care is extremely important. After all, braces are quite an investment of money and time. With braces, wires, rubber bands, springs, and other dental appliances, food and plaque can easily build up, and will stain teeth if they are not cleaned away thoroughly.

Braces For Adults. Never Too Old For Dental Braces

Many people associated braces with kids and teens. However, they are becoming increasingly popular among adults as well. These great orthodontic tools can help correct bite problems and give you a beautiful, straight smile no matter how old you are.