Getting braces, or any other form of orthodontic care is one of the “big” events in life for most people. It signals that the end of orthodontics is in sight - which means straight teeth are on the horizon. But what happens if you run into a problem during orthodontic... Read more » If you are getting braces, you may already feel like you have your hands full—not to mention your mouth. They feel uncomfortable, you have to change your diet, and on top of it all, you have to keep your new braces clean. While it may seem like a big job,... Read more » Easter is a great holiday filled with family time, Easter egg hunts, yummy treats and more. If you’re like our orthodontic team, you want to enjoy a problem-free Easter. Well, if you’re not careful, you could suffer problems with your braces this Easter. This is why it’s important to keep... Read more » Traditional braces are often used by orthodontists like Dr. Chad Callahan to address misaligned teeth. The metal brackets, wires and other components represent a functional system capable of gradually altering the periodontal connective tissues that secure your teeth to your gums. If you also partake in rigorous hobbies or... Read more » The benefits of straighter teeth include fixing issues associated with your oral health. In many cases, if your teeth are out of position, they are more likely to rub together and suffer enamel damage. Crooked teeth are at a greater risk for bruxism and other forms of dental damage in... Read more » Are you an athlete who has braces? If so, our orthodontists, Drs. Shehee and Callahan, strongly encourages you to care for your smile and braces while you practice and play. That way you can maintain a top-notch oral health and orthodontic appliance. To help you do so, they encourage you... Read more » Are your braces bothering you? If so, our orthodontist, Dr. Chad Callahan, is happy to help you. Our team wants you to have the most successful, comfortable, and convenient orthodontic journey possible, so we would like to give you the tips you need to treat any problems with your braces... Read more » If you’re an adult wondering if you can align your smile with braces, our orthodontist, Dr. Chad Callahan, has some good news for you: You can! Orthodontic treatment can help people of all ages. So, you no longer have to feel self-conscious about your crooked, misaligned smile. All you need... Read more » When you have braces, flossing can be a challenge. But Dr. Chad Callahan and our orthodontic staff want you to know that it’s really important that you do it. Fortunately, there are a few tools to try. Here are three of them, including the steps on how to use them... Read more » Your orthodontic braces are made from a variety of different components. They need to be tightened at regular intervals to aid in the process of realigning your teeth. Each of these sessions will minutely stretch the periodontal ligaments that anchor each tooth in its dental socket. Preventing cavities and maintaining... Read more »