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Tag Archives: braces
Final treatment stage often most important Once active treatment is complete and braces are removed, patients often think that is the end of their orthodontic treatment. However, there is one final treatment stage utilized in orthodontics to ensure the longevity of your new smile.
Retention is the passive treatment period following active orthodontic correction where [...]
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Also tagged Active treatment, clear retainers, Damon braces, Dr. Stuart Frost, Final treatment stage, Frost, Frost Orthodontics, Retainer, Retention, Stuart Frost DDS, www.frostortho.com
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Oral Hygiene Do’s and Don’ts
The mouth is the gateway to the body… good health begins with good teeth. Tooth decay, infection and/or gum disease can lead to a variety of ailments and just generally ‘feeling bad.’ Here’s a list of Do’s and Don’ts for keeping your oral hygiene the best it can be:
Oral [...]
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What if I have a problem and you are not open?
In case of an EXTREME EMERGENCY, such as a trauma or injury, please call our office for instructions. We always have an assistant that is on call. Remember, true emergencies are rare.
Problem
Solution
Wire Poke
Apply wax over the brace or wire that is poking you. Call the [...]
If you have a bracket that comes loose, please call our office to set-up an appointment for repair. 480.325.7500
When you have brackets come loose, please keep the bracket and bring it with you to your appointment. After the bracket has been bonded, eat soft foods for the next 48 hours. This allows the bracket and [...]
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Also tagged brackets, broke bracket, broken bracket, Damon braces, Damon Clear, Damon System, Dr. Stuart Frost, Frost Orthodontics, Gilbert, loose bracket, Mesa, orthodontist, Treatment, www.frostortho.com
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Foods to avoid while wearing braces:
Gummy bears
Chewing ice
Hard bread
Hard pretzels
Apples
Carrots
Popcorn
Frozen candy bars
Nuts
Hard candies
Sticky candies
Meat on the bone
Beef jerky
Celery
Granola bars
Corn on the cob
Bubble gum
Tootsie rolls
Crunchy chips
Hard Tacos
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Also tagged brackets, Damon braces, Damon Clear, Damon System, Dr. Stuart Frost, food not to eat, Food to avoid, Frost Orthodontics, orthodontist, patient, Treatment, what can i eat, www.frostortho.com
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Dr. Frost & his staff want to give each & every patient the best possible care. To help achieve this goal we also need the participation of each and every patient. The following will help with maintaining your braces.
Always be sure to eat the proper foods during orthodontic wear. Eating hard, sticky foods can result [...]
February 16, 2010 – 8:22 pm
The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) is encouraging kids to “play it safe” and consistently wear mouth guards and other protective gear during competitions and practices.
Football, soccer and basketball can all be hard hitting sports and the members of the AAO want to ensure that orthodontic patients, and their teammates, are properly protected from sports [...]
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Also tagged AAO, Arizona, brackets, Damon braces, Damon Clear, Damon System, Dentists, Dr. Stuart Frost, Frost Orthodontics, Gilbert, Mesa, Mouth guard, orthodontist, Safety, sports
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February 15, 2010 – 5:55 pm
“Play It Safe” and Gear Up!
The American Association of Orthodontists and football great Emmitt Smith are encouraging kids to “Play It Safe” during organized and recreational sports.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, To reduce [...]
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Also tagged AAO, American Association of Orthodontists, Arizona, brackets, Damon braces, Damon Clear, Damon System, Dentists, Dr. Stuart Frost, Emmitt Smith, Frost Orthodontics, Gilbert, Mesa, mouth guards, orthodontist, Phoenix, Play It Safe, Sport Safety, sports-related injuries, www.frostortho.com
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February 8, 2010 – 7:38 pm
This young lady came to Frost Orthodontics twice for consultations. At the beginning of her treatment in traditional braces we told her we could treat her using the Damon Braces System for less time than in traditional braces with a beautiful result. They decided to opt for the traditional route.
Months later, near the end of [...]
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Also tagged Arizona, before & after, brackets, Damon braces, Damon Clear, Damon System, Frost Orthodontics, Gilbert, Mesa, orthodontist, Phoenix, Treatment, www.frostortho.com
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February 4, 2010 – 10:52 pm
This article from The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) has high standards for their members. Dr. Frost has been a member of the AAO since 2000.
An orthodontist is to teeth what a cardiologist is to the heart. Orthodontists are highly trained specialists who partner with your dentist to provide you with the best oral health [...]
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