by Eric Pulizzano | Sep 26, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysSoreness typically peaks on day one after braces are placed, then steadily decreases—most patients feel back to normal by the end of the first week with proper pain management.The actual braces placement appointment is painless; soreness begins 4+ hours...
by Eric Pulizzano | Sep 26, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysBraces soreness is normal and temporary, typically fading within 3-5 days as teeth adjust to pressure from brackets and wires.Soft foods like yogurt, mashed potatoes, and smoothies provide ongoing relief during the first few days after getting braces or...
by Eric Pulizzano | Sep 25, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysOnly a professional orthodontic exam can definitively determine if you need braces; crooked teeth alone don't automatically require treatment.Crowded or overlapping teeth increase cavity and gum disease risk due to difficulty cleaning, making early...
by Eric Pulizzano | Sep 25, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysSchedule your child's first orthodontic evaluation by age 7, as recommended by the American Association of Orthodontists, to catch bite and jaw growth issues early during the mixed dentition stage.Early evaluation doesn't mean immediate braces;...
by Eric Pulizzano | Sep 25, 2026 | Blog
Key TakeawaysOrthodontists receive 3,700+ extra hours of specialized training beyond dental school to safely move teeth and handle adult-specific complications like existing crowns, implants, or missing teeth.Tooth relapse is common in adults who stopped wearing...
