Get it Straight Orthodontics

Keep us updated and stay connected with us online! The Evolution of Braces Until recently, the only option for people who need braces was the traditional type in which a wire threads through a bracket that attaches to each tooth. Both the wires and the brackets extend across the breadth of the mouth. Pressure from the … Read more

June Marks National Dairy Month! The Damon® System of Braces Have you recently moved, changed your phone number, or changed any of your information that we use to best serve you? If so, be sure to inform us of your changes! Also, did you know that we have a vibrant social media presence? Have you had … Read more

Memorial Day: Parades, Remembrance, and the Unofficial Start of Summer June Marks National Dairy Month! There are several reasons why some people’s teeth grow in crooked, overlapping, or twisted. The most common is hereditary, while other causes include irregularly-shaped teeth or jaws, premature loss of baby teeth, and habits such as thumb-sucking or tongue thrusting. It … Read more

What is early intervention? Memorial Day: Parades, Remembrance, and the Unofficial Start of Summer Invisalign clear aligners can be a great option for improving your smile. At Get It Straight Orthodontics, we have lots of experience using this technology to give our patients the beautiful and healthy smile they’ve always wanted. Plus, because it’s so convenient, … Read more

Earth Day May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month! Are you an adult who is considering getting braces? Perhaps you’ve had them before, but over the years that dental work has been reversed. Or maybe you’ve never had any orthodontic work done, but are considering braces for the first time. In either case, Get It … Read more

Play it Safe this Spring We are in the paper this week! While everyone understands that a dentist takes care of teeth, not everyone is aware of what an orthodontist does. This confusion sometimes leads to misunderstandings about what Get It Straight does for our patients and how exactly our team can help them. Let’s take … Read more

Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day Play it Safe this Spring While braces play an important part in helping to create a healthy mouth and teeth, you might experience a few side effects while wearing them that are common and can be easily treated. Even with the best of care, braces can cause soreness to your … Read more

“I’m an adult – is orthodontic treatment right for me?” Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day This is a question we hear all the time. Malocclusion, or what we call having a “bad bite,” is the improper alignment of teeth and/or jaws. When your teeth and jaws are not properly aligned, it may impact your bite, … Read more

What’s on your mind? Patient question: “What is malocclusion?” Good question! In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, and at a time when evenly-aligned teeth might be the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing—wisely, we think—to invest in orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment can be successful at any age, and … Read more

Patient Question: What Can I Eat With Braces? What do you love about our office? Some folks believe your chances of being struck by lightning increases when you have braces, while other folks believe having braces interferes with romance, and even metal detectors as you try to make your way through the airport for a much-needed … Read more