Are lingual braces for you?

July 17th, 2024

Lingual braces are one of the most subtle ways to transform your smile. Because the brackets and wires are attached to the inside of your teeth, there is almost no visible sign that you are wearing braces. If this is an important consideration for you for personal or professional reasons, this advantage might make lingual…
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What role do elastics (rubber bands) play in orthodontics?

July 10th, 2024

Wearing orthodontic braces may be the best choice for correcting your teeth and improving your smile, and that's why you've come to see Dr. Melanie Parker at Melanie Parker Orthodontics. Braces, which consist of brackets and wires, work by gently applying pressure to the teeth, and that pressure causes them to move into the correct…
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Happy Fourth of July!

July 3rd, 2024

Happy Independence Day from Dr. Melanie Parker and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Americans love to celebrate the anniversary of our country's independence! Today we're devoting the Melanie Parker Orthodontics blog to some fun facts about the…
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Keep that candy at bay during your treatment!

June 26th, 2024

Now that you have braces, it is more important than ever to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment, as Dr. Melanie Parker will tell you. While we trust you will continue brushing and flossing on a regular basis throughout your treatment at Melanie Parker Orthodontics, you also have to mindful of what you eat.…
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