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You’ve already been told a hundred times, but we’re telling you again: be very mindful of what you eat while wearing braces. Dr. Oana Honey in Gurnee, IL is a firm believer that taking care of your braces is crucial to getting a great orthodontic result!

During the coronavirus quarantine, it is harder than normal for an orthodontist to fix broken brackets or handle an orthodontic emergency. You know what they say: an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! This holds true when taking care of your braces and avoiding orthodontic emergencies.

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With the rapid spread of COVID-19 forcing many orthodontic and dental offices to temporarily close, it is more important now than ever to practice good oral hygiene. Although we may not be sure exactly when our practice will be able to open its doors again, your smile is still our priority. For those currently undergoing orthodontic treatment, Dr. Oana Honey at Honey Orthodontics can help. Here are a few ways in which you can maintain good oral hygiene and until your next orthodontic appointment:

Keep your teeth/braces clean – Continue to brush your [...] Read More

Elastics, also known as rubber bands, are a very normal part of orthodontic treatment. However, we know that people sometimes find them to be a nuisance or difficult to adjust to wearing. It is important to know that Dr. Oana Honey at Honey Orthodontics has you wearing elastics because they are essential to the completion of the patient’s orthodontic treatment.

The elastics are supposed to be wrong approximately 20-22 hours a day and should only be removed to eat and then to brush and floss their teeth. Additionally, elastics should be changed [...] Read More

Everyone knows that garlic and onions are the usual culprits for bad breath. But do you know what other foods may be causing your stinky breath? For some people, bad breath can be genetic. However, whether you’re wearing braces or not, certain foods in your daily routine could be to blame. Read on to find out what Dr. Oana Honey at Honey Orthodontics has to say about some bad breath causing foods!

Pasta Sauce

The acidity from tomatoes in pasta sauce can cause a buildup of acids in the mouth and foster the growth of bacteria. These pesky bacteria [...] Read More

Who doesn’t love to catch some sun rays? Well sunshine lovers, Dr. Oana Honey at Honey Orthodontics has news for you! A little sunshine actually HELPS your teeth during orthodontic treatment! Sunshine has been found to improve mood, our immune functions, and increases vitamin D production in our bodies.

The Importance of Vitamin D

While in braces, healthy teeth and gums are of vital importance. Vitamin D helps to support oral health in two ways:

It helps our bodies to absorb and utilize calcium

Vitamin D has several major functions. One of its major functions is moderating other [...] Read More