What Age Should My Child See an Orthodontist?
Most children should have their first orthodontic evaluation around age 7. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic check by this age because permanent…
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How Old Is Too Old for Braces?
When it comes to your oral health, our orthodontic specialist wants you to know it’s never too late to take steps toward a healthier smile. Whether you’re 16 or 65, your teeth are vital to your overall health and need the proper attention to last throughout your lifetime.
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Can You Get Your Braces Off Earlier?
We know that our patients are eager to see their awesome braces-free smiles as soon as possible.We’re right there with them. But there is a lot of misinformation out there when it comes to teenagers and orthodontic care — from harmful DIY videos online instructing kids on at-home “treatments” to community boards where patients share the dangerous “tricks” they used to make their treatments go faster.
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Celebrities Who Wore Braces as Adults
In 2013, country musician Faith Hill made headlines when she arrived at the Grammy Awards wearing something that few other celebrities have in public: braces. The then-45-year-old admitted to reporters that she needed the braces — she chose the clear-bracket variety, by the way — because she had forgotten to wear her retainer as a kid. “Wear your retainers, kids!” she told a radio station at the time.
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5 ways Miler Orthodontics stands out when it comes to managing the cost of braces
The cost of treatment varies by patient, but at Miler Orthodontics, our goal is to make braces affordable to everyone.Here’s how we do it.
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Is There an Age Limit for Getting Braces?
More adults than ever before are seeking orthodontic treatment, according to the American Association of Orthodontists. In fact, one in four orthodontic patients in the United States is over the age of 18.Why is this? The reasons vary, of course, and can be deeply personal.
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5 Adult Braces Misconceptions That May Hold You Back
There are a lot of reasons braces can be necessary past the teenage years, but only one reason to avoid them: unfounded fear. If you are a candidate for braces — whether for the first time ever or because your teeth have shifted over time — and you’re still on the fence about them, allow us to clear up a few of the misconceptions that might be holding you back.
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Gold Braces: What to Know Before Choosing Them
You don’t have to wait until your braces come off for your smile to really shine. Gold braces can do that for you right now, and there’s only one place in Bluffton where you can get them: Miler Orthodontics. We are very excited to offer Forever Gold Brackets by American Orthodontics as a treatment option for our patients.
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4 Things to Tell Your Orthodontist During Treatment
One of our favorite things is knowing that we get to see you. And that’s not just because of all the progress you’ve made between visits. We truly treasure the relationships we’ve built over the years with our patients and with their families
