Wearing and Caring for Your New Retainers
Hi, Dr. Paschal here with Paschal Orthodontics in Greensboro and Madison, Georgia. Congratulations on getting your braces off today – we are so excited for you! Now that you are braces-free, lets talk about your retainers. Wearing Your Retainers When your braces were removed, you were given a retainer to wear in order to keep […]
How to Brush and Floss Your Teeth When You Have Braces
Hi, Dr. Paschal here with Paschal Orthodontics, and today we’re going to talk about brushing and flossing your teeth when you have braces – how to do it and why it is so important. Your braces are made up of a combination of brackets and archwires that work to gently move your teeth over time. […]
No More Goopy Dental Impressions – Say Hello to Our Digital Intra Oral Scanner
Once upon a time, impressions were made using bulky metal dental trays that could dig into your gums and irritate the insides of your mouth. The trays were filled with a goopy putty that was not only messy, but it didn’t taste very good either. Getting the finished impressions back could take awhile, delaying the […]
4 Technologies We Use to Give You a Gorgeous Smile
Dr. Paschal here with Paschal Orthodontics. A lot of the time I’m asked, “Why do you like technology?” About 15 years ago, I decided that I wanted to build a state of the art practice. My whole orientation has always been about looking at the orthodontic landscape and identifying technologies that make our lives easier […]
5 Orthodontic Problems That Clear Aligners Can Fix
Clear aligners can do so much more than align a single tooth. They have the capability to completely transform a smile. So, what exactly that clear aligners fix? Overbites An overbite is when your upper teeth overlap with your lower teeth. This can cause problems such as jaw pain and jaw dysfunction. No on wants […]
