Straightening your teeth with orthodontics can help you achieve a more healthy, aligned and attractive smile. With the upcoming holidays, Halloween, Thanksgiving, the month of December and New Year’s (to name a few), around the corner, your orthodontics treatment won’t take a holiday, so it’s up to you to remember why you are wearing braces. With proper care, you can... read more »
By now you are likely aware that keeping your teeth and gums free from tooth decay and gum disease should top your list of oral health priorities when it comes to maintaining your healthy smile. But did you know that a malocclusion is another common dental issue that often needs to be addressed? Your original occlusion is how your upper... read more »
Your smile is the first thing people notice when they see you. Crooked, crowded teeth or a misaligned bite can make you feel self-conscious no matter what your age. The good news is, with today’s advances in orthodontics, straighter teeth aren’t just for kids and teens anymore. Now more than ever adults are successfully straightening their teeth for a healthier,... read more »
Getting braces at a younger age has proved most effective in preventing dental problems in the future. Permanent teeth start to typically come in about the ages of six to eight, and because the bones are still growing, it’s best to evaluate their tooth alignment at a young age to determine what orthodontic treatment is needed at the time or... read more »
Brushing when you have braces is very important. In fact, it’s so important that it can make the difference between a successful and unsuccessful orthodontic journey. If you have questions about brushing when you have braces, then it’s important to find the answers. Our orthodontists, Drs. Tyler Jolley, Elliot Jolley and Zachary Pitcher are happy to help you find the... read more »
In the past, the only people who straightened their teeth were teenagers. In recent years, more and more adults and even senior citizens are aligning their smiles. However, many adults want the convenience of straightening their teeth, but they don’t want to look like a junior high yearbook picture. This where clear aligners come can help. Clear aligners, such as... read more »
Here at Jolley Smiles Montrose, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles.... read more »