I have halitosis. What can I do?
Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” Dr. Allen and our team know [...]
August 13, 2025
Helpful Hints for Dealing with Braces Pain
Your first few days with braces will feel rather odd, [...]
August 6, 2025
What to Do When the Tooth Fairy Isn’t on Schedule
August 22 is National Tooth Fairy Day! If the Tooth [...]
July 30, 2025
Healthy Digestion Begins with Healthy Teeth
You pay attention to what you eat. After all, your [...]
July 16, 2025
Top Things to do BEFORE You Get Braces
So you’re about to get braces. Congratulations! You are taking [...]
July 9, 2025
There’s an App for That!
Modern orthodontic technology has led to major changes in the [...]
July 2, 2025
Celebrate the Fourth with a Smile!
Surveys show that Independence Day is the biggest cookout day [...]
June 25, 2025
Eating with Braces: Braces-friendly snack recipe
At Davis Orthodontics, Dr. Allen and our staff know that [...]
June 18, 2025
Aftercare After Extraction
Orthodontists do everything they can to save teeth, but sometimes, [...]
June 11, 2025
Welcome to the Office!
What do you imagine when you picture an orthodontic office? [...]
June 4, 2025
What Did You Do on Your Summer Vacation?
The best part of summer vacation is time. Time to [...]
May 28, 2025
Three Reasons We’re Fans of Fluoride
Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, [...]
May 24, 2025
The Best Treats in the House
You waited for this movie all year. You got your [...]
May 23, 2025
Feeling Confident at Your Orthodontic Consultation
How You Can Start Preparing Now When you first start [...]
May 7, 2025
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of [...]
April 30, 2025
When Your Smile Isn’t Aging as Gracefully as You Are
You might have been one of the lucky few born [...]
April 23, 2025
Foods can Wreak Havoc on Your Enamel
It’s possible to develop tooth decay even when you take [...]
April 16, 2025
Are braces ruining your photos?
While it’s normal to feel self-conscious, there is no reason [...]
April 2, 2025
Proper Diet while Undergoing Orthodontics
Many people undergo orthodontic treatment during childhood, adolescence, and even [...]
March 26, 2025
What happens if I have an orthodontic emergency while I’m on vacation?
At Davis Orthodontics, there are a few things we want [...]
March 19, 2025
Early Orthodontics
Perhaps you are already planning for the years when your [...]
March 12, 2025
What is malocclusion?
The term malocclusion refers to misalignment of teeth. You may [...]
March 5, 2025
When It Come to Chewing Gum, Be Choosy!
Why do you chew gum? Perhaps because it’s a habit [...]
February 26, 2025
Your Child’s First Visit to the Orthodontist
We often think of braces as a rite of passage [...]
February 19, 2025
Mouthguard Protection
Let’s talk about mouthguards. We could talk about how important [...]
February 12, 2025
The Origins of Valentine’s Day
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, [...]
February 5, 2025
Five Clues That It’s Time to Replace Your Toothbrush
Your dashboard lights up when your car needs an oil [...]
January 29, 2025
Overbite or Overjet?
The words “overbite” and “overjet” certainly sound similar. Both conditions [...]
January 22, 2025
TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that [...]
January 15, 2025
Planning Your Vegetarian Diet with Your Oral Health in Mind
If you’ve been following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you [...]
January 8, 2025
Braces-Friendly Snack Ideas
Wearing braces limits some of the snacks you can eat. [...]
January 1, 2025
Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year’s Eve
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of [...]
December 25, 2024
What is a palatal expander?
If Dr. Allen and our team at Davis Orthodontics have [...]
December 18, 2024
Teens and Gum Disease
You have a lot going on. School. Sports. Activities. Family. [...]
December 11, 2024
Your Sunny Smile
Your beaming smile makes a sunny day even brighter—and that [...]
December 4, 2024
Top Ways to Ensure You and Your Braces Have a Good Relationship
You and your braces will become good friends over the [...]
November 27, 2024
Tooth Extraction and Braces
Perhaps you’ve heard from parents or older relatives what braces [...]
November 20, 2024
Dangers of DIY Orthodontics on the Internet
All over the Internet you’ll find videos and articles showing [...]
November 13, 2024
Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment at a Young Age
Contrary to popular belief, orthodontic treatment is not just for [...]
November 7, 2024
How Long Do I Need To Wear Retainers?
Once you get your braces off, you want to make [...]
October 30, 2024
The Intriguing History of Halloween
Halloween is fast approaching, and Dr. Allen wanted to be [...]
October 23, 2024
Are you too sensitive?
We’re not talking about tearing up at the end of [...]
October 17, 2024
Five Fun Ways to Count Down Your Braces Time
Braces can straighten your teeth to give you a more [...]
October 9, 2024
What are the benefits of early orthodontic treatment?
Parents usually have numerous questions about orthodontic treatment for their [...]
October 2, 2024
Fall Holiday Guide for Braces
If this is your child’s first holiday season with braces, [...]
September 25, 2024
Early Orthodontics
The average age of individuals who get braces is between [...]
September 25, 2024
Why is flossing so important when I have braces?
You’ve made an investment on spending money on getting braces, [...]
September 24, 2024
Plaque Attack? Let’s Fight Back!
Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel [...]
September 4, 2024
Going Back to School with Braces
Going back to school is already an exciting (and sometimes [...]
