Travelling with Braces
Planning ahead makes travelling with braces easy. Today our Maple Ridge orthodontists share some tips on how to simplify travelling while you have braces.
News & Updates from the Ridge Meadows Team
The Invisalign Journey from Start to Finish
If you're considering Invisalign to straighten your teeth you may be wondering what your journey to a straighter smile will be like. Here, our Maple Ridge orthodontists explain the Invisalign journey from start to finish.
What can I use to supplement orthodontic treatment?
If you're hoping to accelerate your orthodontic treatment, so that you can enjoy your straight new smile sooner, OrthoPulse® might be right for you. Our Maple Ridge orthodontist shares more on how OrthoPulse® can safely supplement your orthodontic treatment.
Orthodontic Wax FAQs
If you're looking for something to help make your braces feel a little more comfortable, orthodontic wax may be the answer. Here's more about how to use orthodontic wax from our Maple Ridge orthodontists.
Invisalign for Busy Teens
Invisalign® for teens is a unique line of clear orthodontic aligners designed to the needs of busy teenagers. So what makes Invisalign for teens different? Our Maple Ridge orthodontists explain more about the unique features of Invisalign for teens.
Say 'Cheese' - Look Great in Pictures while Wearing Braces
Everyone wants to look great in pictures. If you're wondering how to look your very best in pictures throughout your orthodontic treatment here are a few tips to help you out.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Braces
Every patient's treatment will differ slightly, but the process of getting braces is generally the same for everyone. Here, our Maple Ridge orthodontics explain the process step by step.
The Health Benefits of Straight Teeth
Usually patients undergo orthodontic treatment for aesthetic reasons, but having straight teeth has dental health benefits too! Here, our Maple Ridge orthodontists explain more.
Portable Snack Options for Orthodontic Patients
Throughout your orthodontic treatment there will be foods that you just can’t eat. Dietary limitations can make packing a lunch for school or work tricky. Here are some convenient and filling snack options for orthodontic patients.
Is Acceledent safe?
It might sound too good to be true but AcceleDent is an orthodontic device that can accelerate your orthodontic treatment process by as much as 50%. If you're wondering whether it’s really safe, here's a little more about how it works.
Everything You Want to Know About Orthodontic Elastics
Here's what you should know about your orthodontic elastics in order to get the most out of your braces treatment.
Types of Braces: Traditional Metal
Traditional metal braces are still the what people tend think of when they picture braces. Here, our Maple Ridge orthodontists tell a little about these classic orthodontic appliances.
Tips & Tricks for Feeling Confident with Braces
You may feel embarrassed or insecure if you have crooked or uneven teeth. But for many people, the solution – braces – can also cause confidence issues. Here are a few tips to help you feel confident when wearing braces.
Invisalign on the Go: What You Need
While you're undergoing Invisalign® treatment there are some essential items that you’ll need to have with you at all times in order to keep your aligners clean and fresh while on the go.
The Importance of Visiting the Dentist During Orthodontic Treatment
While you have braces you will need to visit your orthodontist on a regular basis for checkups and adjustments. But be sure to keep visiting your regular dentist, too!
How do I brush my teeth with braces?
Cleaning your teeth properly becomes even more important when you have braces. Luckily, while you’ll have to take extra time and care, brushing your teeth with braces is quite easy… it just requires a little patience!
Types of Braces: Lingual
Lingual braces sit on the backs of the teeth and are proving to be very popular for people with concerns about the appearance of traditional braces.
Makeup for Braces: Play them up or down?
Depending on your preferences, you may want to highlight your braces, or you may want to hide them a bit. Here are some makeup tips to help you do either!
Should I get teeth whitening after braces?
Many orthodontic patients choose to have their teeth whitened after their treatment. Here, our Maple Ridge orthodontists explain why.
What is an Orthodontic Specialist?
If you need to get your teeth straightened, you know to go see an orthodontist. However, you may not know exactly what an orthodontist's skill set entails. We would like to help educate you on what an orthodontist actually does.
Orthodontic Emergencies: Don’t Panic!
Once in a while, our patients find themselves in an emergency situation related to their braces or orthodontic treatment. Find out how to recognize an emergency, and what to do about it!
A Day in the Life of a Braces-Wearer
If you need orthodontic treatment, you may have some questions and concerns about how treatment will affect your daily life. Here, we address those our patients ask us about most often.
Sore? Try a Saline Rinse
As you progress with your orthodontic treatment, you may feel some soreness in your mouth. A saline rinse can manage discomfort and also promote healing.
Lingual Braces: Pros & Cons
For many people, lingual braces are the best of two worlds when it comes to orthodontic treatment. On one hand, they force consistent wear (unlike removable aligners), but are also invisible when worn. Like any orthodontic treatment though, they have their pros and cons.
Oral Piercings & Braces
Our Ridge Meadows orthodontists generally advise against oral piercings whether you have braces or not, because there are so many health risks associated with them.