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5 Tips for Wearing Invisalign When You Socialize

December 7, 2016 by Elizabeth

Two of the biggest questions Invisalign-wearers often have at the start of their treatment are, When can I eat? and Do I really have to wear the aligners all the time? You can eat whenever you want, and you don’t have to wear the aligners “all” the time. But there are, of course, shades of grey. If you’re new to Invisalign when the holiday social scene arrives, here are some tips to help you get through the revelry without negatively impacting your orthodontic treatment and still enjoying yourself through the New Year and beyond.

Invisalign: The Holiday Gift You Give Yourself

November 29, 2016 by Elizabeth

Whatever holiday you celebrate at the end of the year, there is always an opportunity to exchange gifts with family, friends, and coworkers. Maybe you love what you get, or perhaps you make good use of that gift receipt. Whichever camp you fall into, let’s be completely honest: The only person who can truly get you the gift you want – a straight smile – is yourself. You can start now and feel like the best version of yourself as holiday parties, festivities, and celebrations get into full swing. You’ll head into a new year with a brand new outlook on life, all because of a smile that’s getting straighter by the day, thanks to Invisalign.

Avoid the Mess with Invisalign

November 10, 2016 by Elizabeth

Braces are not easy. They are a commitment and a responsibility. Whether teen or adult, the individual braces-wearer is the one who has to take care of their own oral health and appliances, whatever they may be. But here is one truth: Invisalign is far less messy than traditional metal braces.

Invisalign Wins Best Costume for Halloween

October 20, 2016 by Elizabeth

Consumers spend billions of dollars on Halloween candy every year. From chewy to crunchy, chocolatey to gummy, all manner of sweets are available to satisfy your cravings. But many braces-wearers are limited in the kind of candy they are allowed to consume. Whether adult or teen, such restrictions can make October 31 and the weeks surrounding it a little bit of a bummer. For the patients who wear Invisalign, no candy is taboo, but there are best practices to follow to ensure that your oral health doesn’t get spooked.

The One Way to Keep Your Invisalign Smile Straight

October 5, 2016 by Elizabeth

Invisalign is such a convenient orthodontic solution that patients often expect the road after Invisalign treatment to be equally simple. Post-orthodontic care is relatively easy, but it does still require dedication on the part of the patient. You must wear your retainers after Invisalign or risk your teeth going back to the positions in which they were originally fixed.

Understanding and Treating the Most Common Type of Sleep Apnea

September 24, 2016 by Elizabeth

Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder which causes a person to stop breathing while they’re asleep. Sounds scary? It is. Untreated sleep apnea can be the cause of high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, weight gain, headaches, and memory problems. These sleep interruptions and lack of quality sleep can lead to severe sleep deprivation, something that is particularly dangerous when a person is behind the wheel and detrimental on the job. Sleep apnea, however, is easily diagnosed and treated, and your dentist is often the best resource for this condition.

5 Reasons You Should Never Take a Shortcut to Your New Smile

September 9, 2016 by Elizabeth

Dental innovations are always quickly followed by imitations that are marketed as providing the same kind of “amazing” results at lower prices and greater convenience. As a result, it didn’t take long for Invisalign imitators to find their way onto the market. While online clubs – and even do-it-yourself methods – claim to save you time, effort, and money, what they neglect to offer is precision and safety.

Snoring Impacts Quality of Sleep – A Dentist Can Help

August 16, 2016 by Elizabeth

If your partner snores, you are living with a major disturbance when you want to rest. While the inconvenience to you is annoying (unless you’re a heavy sleeper or can live with ear plugs), a bigger problem is what could potentially be causing your partner’s snoring habit: a breathing disorder known as sleep apnea.

Could Invisalign Help Olympic Swimmer Michael Phelps?

August 2, 2016 by Elizabeth

Swimmer Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian in history, but he isn’t only known for his medal count – he’s also incredibly recognizable for his teeth. In every interview Phelps does, it’s impossible not to notice the slight lisp, the crowded teeth, and how his lips sit over his teeth. Could Invisalign help give this amazing American Olympian a smile makeover?

Do You Need Sleep Apnea Treatment? 7 Signs You Are Not Well-Rested

July 25, 2016 by Elizabeth

People may joke about their significant other snoring bulldozer. Some folks may say they’re as tired as the dead. But sleep disturbances and overwhelming fatigue affect your ability to function properly, and impact your overall health and wellness. It isn’t necessary to simply tolerate sleep troubles, whether in yourself or your significant other. Sleep apnea could very well be at the heart of your sleep problems, and your dentist’s sleep apnea treatment in Red Bank, NJ, can help.

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