Getting braces for your child, teen, or yourself doesn’t have to drain your savings account. Every family deserves access to quality orthodontic care, and that’s exactly why VanLaecken Orthodontics offers low monthly payments and free consults to help you find a plan that works for your budget. There are several practical ways to bring the […]
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What Is the Difference Between an Orthodontist and a General Dentist for Braces? When you’re considering braces for yourself or your child, one of the first questions that comes up is who should provide the treatment. Understanding the difference between an orthodontist and a general dentist for braces matters more than most people realize. Both
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We sometimes get asked at South Dakota orthodontic practices about getting braces on the bottom teeth only or just getting braces on the top teeth. In the world of orthodontics, this is what we call single-arch orthodontic treatment. There are the occasional instances where it’s a possibility, which we’ll cover. Yet, there are a number
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When it comes to dental braces, there are myths abound. Some of the common braces myths are rooted in people’s experience with the braces of decades past (today’s braces are a big upgrade and a lot of prior challenges no longer exist) and others, well, we’re not exactly sure where they come from. To help
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Getting braces is your first step in achieving a beautiful, confident smile, and we’re here to walk you through every step of the process. However, once you have braces it can take a bit of time to adjust. Having new hardware in your mouth often takes a bit of getting used to, which is why
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Braces have traditionally been the standard and fastest method for straightening teeth, and they remain the best choice in some cases. For many people, however, newer clear aligners offer an even faster way to get a perfect smile. If you’re hoping to straighten teeth relatively quickly, which of these two options is best for you
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With a FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts), you get to put aside pre-tax money in a tax-free account that you can use on your health care expenses throughout the year. They’re a great resource for many families as a “just-in-case” solution that can help reduce the stress and impact of a sudden medical expense. However, with
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Successful orthodontic treatment depends on three things – pressure, time and cooperation. Braces – a fixed orthodontic appliance typically comprised of brackets, bands and wires – put pressure on teeth to gradually move them into the correct position over time. Patient cooperation is needed by keeping teeth clean, avoiding food items that break the brackets,
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Life with braces is an adjustment but worth it when you achieve a perfect smile. That smile is yours forever, but in the meantime, there are some ways to make sure everything goes smoothly. By sticking to these general rules, you can ensure treatment is faster, more convenient, and comfortable. Today’s modern braces are sleeker,
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