October is here, and we all know what that means—candy everywhere! But before you dive into that trick-or-treat stash, let’s take a moment to think about your braces. At Jolley Orthodontics, Dr. Cameron Jolley wants to help you keep your teeth healthy and your treatment on track. While a little indulgence is fine, eating the wrong kinds of candy can be a real nightmare for your braces—and your teeth!

Why Candy and Braces Don’t Mix

Candy may be delicious, but it can spell disaster for your orthodontic treatment. Sticky, hard, or chewy candies (think caramels, taffy, and jawbreakers) can easily break brackets, bend wires, or even pull an appliance out of place. And you kn...

What is a Crossbite?

Anytime you go to a healthcare specialist, you are going to hear lots of technical-sounding words. Some of which you might be familiar with, and some that you have no idea what they mean. Orthodontics is a field with an especially large amount of jargon that may be new to you, but we are here to help! Today, let’s take a look at crossbites.

What Does “Bite” Mean in Orthodontics?

While the word “bite” is one that you have obviously heard before, when it is used in orthodontics and dentistry it means something a little different. When Dr. Jolley talks about your bite, he is referring to the way that your teeth fit together. Just as your upper and...