If you've been living with crooked teeth, you already know they affect how other people treat you. It may not be fair, but some people will look down on you just because your teeth are not perfectly straight and parallel. If you are a teenager, you may already know that orthodontic treatment is in your future. The only questions are what kind and ...
Read MoreThe Internet has changed the world in a lot of ways, but some of the things you can find online are just wrong. What's worse, some of them can be bad and even dangerous. Online videos of people promoting do-it-yourself "braces" are one example of these unhealthy ideas. Orthodontic care should take place under the supervision of a trained ...
Read MoreIf you are an adult with crooked teeth, gaps in your teeth, or crowded teeth, you may have thought about braces. You also may have dismissed the idea, thinking you are too old or that straight teeth are just about vanity. And you would be wrong on both counts. We understand that straight teeth look better, but that's not the only reason you should ...
Read MoreWe’re nearing the end of the first month of 2016, and we hope you have had time to recover from the holidays. As much fun as the Christmas season can be, it can also be pretty exhausting, too. As you focus on the year ahead, we hope you and your family plan to visit Beaumont Family Dentistry in Lexington at least a couple times this year. Oral ...
Read MoreGetting braces is a difficult decision. You know it's a good investment in the long run for the health and the appearance of your teeth. You don't really want to walk around with metal brackets and wires for years, but you don't want to live with crooked teeth for the rest of your life, either. If only there was a way to get the same benefits as ...
Read MoreBeing the parent of a teenager is tough. They have a lot of pressure in school and in their social lives. Plus, you are trying to prepare your not-so-little one for college or to enter the workforce. And then there's his or her teeth. You know your son or daughter will need orthodontic care, but where should you take them for treatment ...
Read MoreYou want the holidays to be a happy occasion for all the people you love and care about. If you haven't started your Christmas shopping, you have probably spent some time thinking about what you would like to get the people in your life. You know your children or grandchildren probably want some electronic device. Your spouse hasn't given you any ...
Read MoreTeeth serve a vital role in keeping us healthy. They allow us to chew our food, which makes it easier to digest. That allows us to get the nutrients we need to survive. Unfortunately, teeth can also be a source of problems. When they don’t come in straight, they can cause pain or create opportunities for infections. You may also have an ...
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