Are you too sensitive?

December 14th, 2022

We’re not talking about tearing up at the end of a sad movie, or that uncomfortable scratchy feeling you get from a coarse wool sweater—no shame in that kind of sensitivity! But it is a shame if you’re feeling unpleasant tooth sensitivity, especially while you’re wearing braces. No fear—we have some helpful ideas to make…
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Orthodontics—Gift Yourself!

December 7th, 2022

It’s the season of giving and the start of a new year. What better time to gift yourself with the orthodontic treatment you’ve always wanted? Orthodontic treatment isn’t just for children and teenagers. In fact, adults make up a significant—and growing—number of new patients looking forward to beautifully aligned teeth and a healthy bite. And…
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How do I know if I need braces?

November 30th, 2022

Perhaps you feel your teeth are not perfectly straight, or you think your bite could be adjusted. It’s quite possible that braces and other orthodontic treatments might be the right choice for you. As orthodontic professionals, our team at Melanie Parker Orthodontics works with your general dentist in order to determine the best options for…
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Thanksgiving

November 23rd, 2022

At Melanie Parker Orthodontics, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! Dr. Melanie Parker would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the San Diego, CA area to the national level! When Americans sit down to dinner on the last Thursday of November, the day that Abraham Lincoln designated as…
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