Wearing braces requires a few changes in your diet. Dr. Lawless always says “Avoid hard, crunchy, chewy, and sticky.” These types of foods or snacks can pull or break a bracket. When this happens, you are adding extra appointments and prolonging your treatment. Here is a list of Braces Friendly Snacks: Fruit: applesauce, bananas, raspberries, […]
You wouldn’t skip a well-check at the pediatrician, and you shouldn’t skip an early trip to the orthodontist either. A visit to your orthodontist by age 7 will help keep your child’s oral health in check. And it may help you avoid more costly or more invasive treatments down the road. Orthodontic problems rarely fix […]
Getting braces is a very exciting time! However, now that you have an Orthodontic Plan, it is especially important to maintain proper oral hygiene, as well as making extra time to care for your appliances. See your Dentist every six months for a thorough check up and cleaning. Brush for two minutes three times per […]
Many parents wonder when and how Dental care should be introduced to their child’s routine. We have created a simple and effective timeline to help! Beginning and maintaining a routine at a young age ensures great oral hygiene habits later in life. As an infant, wet a towel with warm water and wipe any collected […]
Lawless Orthodontics is the only Orthodontist in Southcentral Kentucky where you can start aligner treatment the SAME DAY as your initial consultation! So, how does it work? We make our own in-house clear aligners using 3D printing machines. These printers are located in all three of our offices; printing and creating aligners, retainers, and other […]
Looking for a sweet or salty snack but not sure how it will affect your braces? No problem! You can still enjoy some of your favorite snacks, even with braces! For snack cravings, here is a list of braces-friendly (and not-so-friendly) treats: Patients with braces Munch on these: Breads—pancakes, soft tortillas, nut-free muffins Dairy—pudding, soft […]
As you know, protecting your mouth is essential while playing sports, especially if you wear braces. We know it can be hard to find a mouth guard that fits comfortably and correctly, which is why we’re here to help! At Lawless Orthodontics, we offer complimentary mouth guards to help protect your teeth and braces while […]
Let’s face it — for kids who can be stubborn about brushing their teeth, especially while at school, oral care can be tricky. But don’t worry, that’s why we’re here to help with these six easy tips while at school and at home! Braces Care Tip #1: Use the Right Tools Brushing and flossing are […]
Parents no longer take the back seat while their kids reap the benefits of orthodontic treatment. With one-in-three orthodontic patients over the age of 18, the number of adults seeing an orthodontist is at an all-time high. Experts believe this upward trend is likely here to stay – why? It works. Orthodontic treatment is just […]
Some online orthodontic companies make their treatment sound so easy. Perhaps you take a selfie and/or an impression of your teeth or get your teeth scanned. Next, you receive aligners in the mail and after so many months – straight teeth! Right? What else is there to think about? Before you decide to proceed with […]
