Molen Orthodontics Blog

Having good oral hygiene is important for everyone, and it’s especially vital when you have braces. Keeping your teeth and gums clean during your orthodontic treatment is extremely important because improper care and hygiene could lead to prolonged treatment and require more visits. Poor brushing can result in unattractive white spots, and even gum disease or tooth decay. When your braces come off, you want to be able to enjoy your new beautiful, dazzling smile – not deal with tooth decay!

The hashtag #GrowingUpWithBraces was recently trending on social media, with users lamenting about their memories of having to wear braces as a kid. But despite the jokes about the struggle of having to wear bands and dealing with the pain of having them tightened, most people who have had braces as a kid are thankful they did. They know that a straight, beautiful smile is worth it!

We recently published a post that answered a common question many adults have: “Am I too old for braces?” (Answer: no, you’re not). More and more adults are seeking orthodontic treatment for the health and cosmetic benefits. Many adults turn to the renowned doctors at Molen Orthodontics, who are known for designing natural-looking, beautiful smiles. The doctors achieve these dazzling Molen smiles often using the very effective Damon braces system. However, we see some adults who worry about wearing traditional braces and how they might impact their personal or professional image. Despite wanting a terrific smile, they’ve avoided getting orthodontic treatment simply because they don’t want to wear braces. That’s where the increasingly popular Invisalign system comes in.

At Molen Orthodontics, we sometimes hear adults say things like:

Have you heard of "invisible braces" but aren't totally sure what that means? If that sounds like you, keep reading! In this post, we're going to highlight seven things you probably didn't know about Invisalign invisible braces – an innovative orthodontic treatment option that could help you get a healthy, straight smile with very few people noticing.

At Molen Orthodontics, we see a lot of patients over the age of 21 who are interested in Invisalign because they want to get a healthy smile while taking advantage of the discretion and convenience that has helped make Invisalign such a popular choice. If you're wondering about whether as an adult, Invisalign is the right choice for you, here are some facts that should help to shine some light on why this option might be just what you're looking for!

As you begin evaluating alternatives to braces, you'll likely have a number of questions and concerns. In this post, we're going to provide answers to a few of the most common things we're asked, and share our best tips about how to get the right treatment for your unique case and goals, like what to ask during your consultation.