DeDomenico Orthodontics Blog

Best Age for a Child’s First Orthodontist Appointment

Posted by Dr. Matt | Oct 17, 2019

Parents often believe that their child’s first orthodontist appointment should occur after all of their permanent teeth have appeared. However, to achieve optimal results, the American Association of Orthodontists...

Take Care of Your Braces While Enjoying Your Vacation

Posted by Dr. Matt | Jun 06, 2019

Summer is almost here and many families are looking forward to enjoying time together on vacation. Whether you’re lounging on a beach, hiking in the mountains, or exploring a new place, be sure to take care of your...

Adults 50 and Older May Need Braces, too

Posted by Dr. Matt | Dec 29, 2018

We are used to seeing kids and young adults with braces in their teeth, but today older adults are getting braces, too. Unless there is significant bone loss or gum disease, people who are 50 and older are good...

Orthodontic Care Delivers More than a Great Smile

Posted by Dr. Matt | Aug 21, 2018

Patients come to us because they want a beautiful smile, and we love to help them achieve that goal. While this is one great advantage of orthodontic care, there are many other health benefits of teeth straightening...

Dangerous Teeth Whitening Practices Promoted on Social Media

Posted by Dr. Matt | Feb 27, 2018

At DeDomenico Orthodontics we understand that a beautiful smile starts with healthy teeth. Recent “teeth whitening hacks” that have become popular on many social media platforms are worrisome because they can cause...