How Orthodontics Have Improved Over the Last 20 Years
When you think about orthodontics, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Our potential patients here at Paschal Orthodontics in Madison, GA, say that they think of Invisalign, but it hasn’t always been the most popular or prominent form of orthodontic treatment. When parents think back, they might remember bulky braces and headgear […]
Three Reasons to Avoid Mail-Order Aligners
At Paschal Orthodontics, we know that braces and clear aligners are basically considered an essential part of growing up for kids and teens, and the popularity of orthodontic treatment for adults is becoming more and more common. People want beautiful smiles that make them feel confident, and they want them quickly! Recently, mail-order aligners have […]
Five Perks of Following Your Orthodontist on Social Media
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tiktok are all social media apps we find ourselves, and our teens, browsing throughout the day. These social media platforms provide easy access to our friends, family members and even celebrities we follow. These platforms are also a practical way for patients to connect and stay up to date with their […]
5 Tips for Fresh Breath with Braces
Hello Dr. Jep Paschal here at Paschal Orthodontics in Madison and Greensboro, GA. You have probably heard your friends talk about the not-so-glamorous side of having braces. But what’s the stinkiest part of braces? Yep, that’s right, bad breath! It’s definitely a part of braces no one wants to talk about, but it’s totally normal! […]
Orthodontic Treatments and Technologies for the Smile You’ve Only Imagined
Hello, Dr. Jep Paschal here at Paschal Orthodontics in Madison and Greensboro, Georgia. Orthodontics is advancing at an amazing pace. Today’s new technologies are making the whole process of moving teeth faster, more comfortable, and more convenient. Although the biology of tooth movement has not changed, the methods that we now use to align teeth are […]
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 […]
