So, imagine this scenario…you are at the pediatrician’s office with your son for another ear infection and sore throat and the doctor mentions that he would benefit from having his tonsils and adenoids removed as well as tubes placed in his ears. You take this recommendation very seriously since your son has missed a lot of school days this year... read more »

If you take proper care of your smile but struggle with misaligned or unsightly teeth, there are many cosmetic options to enhance your smile without relenting to receiving braces. While it isn’t easy to clean around large metal brackets and wires, the task is much simpler if you receive Invisalign® orthodontic aligners instead. We are pleased to offer Invisalign as... read more »

Having an aligned smile can help you look and feel more confident, speak more clearly, and chew more effectively. While wearing traditional braces, you want to maintain high oral hygiene standards. Keeping bits of food and plaque from collecting in your teeth, brackets, and wires, and helps prevent decalcification of tooth enamel (white spots you can see when the braces... read more »

Have you heard of water flossing? This method of interdental cleaning uses steady streams of water to wash food particles and debris from between the teeth and gums. If you struggle to maneuver traditional floss string between your teeth, water flossing may be a more effective option. Water flossing is often helpful for individuals who can’t achieve a sufficient cleaning... read more »

So the long-awaited day has finally arrived! Your orthodontic treatment is completed and you are excited about the “big reveal” of your new, beautiful smile. You have done everything your orthodontist has asked during the process; wearing your rubber bands faithfully, your teeth are aligned nicely, and they fit together perfectly. The orthodontist removes your brackets or attachments (if you... read more »

Straightening teeth is no easy feat, and sometimes, discomfort or even pain can result in the initial phase and after adjustments; however, there are tips to ensuring your comfort with braces. At Shenandoah Valley Orthodontics, our dentist may have other suggestions to help with any discomfort and would welcome your call to 540-667-9662. To start with, it may be a... read more »

There are many ways to straighten your pearly whites, and recent boosts in orthodontic technology make it possible to straighten your chompers without fixed appliances. There are many appliances for many different purposes, but we’ll draw attention to the fact just a few of them. Here are some removable orthodontic appliances you should know about: Aligners. Unlike metal braces, orthodontic... read more »

To ensure optimal functionality, your braces need to be cared for well. Do you know how to protect and keep your braces clean? Braces usually contain metal brackets and wires, but the metal is not designed to protect your mouth. If your mouth is ever at risk, so are your braces. This includes playing contact sports or participating in high-risk... read more »

You’ve probably seen braces on others’ teeth. But do you know exactly what their function is? If not, the staff at Shenandoah Valley Orthodontics in Winchester, Virginia, is delighted to give you all the basics. Braces are designed to fix “bad bites” or malocclusions. Your teeth may be crowded, crooked, or the upper and lower arches of your jaw may... read more »

Here at Shenandoah Valley Orthodontics, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles.... read more »