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It’s 11 pm and, while you should be in bed, you’re standing in front of the fridge trying to decide a snack of choice before calling it a night. You know this isn’t the best life choice for your waistline, but did you know that it’s also bad for your oral health – especially your braces. Your orthodontic treatment increases the potential to leave food behind on the teeth after eating.

A 2010 study in Denmark discovered a relationship between midnight snacking and tooth loss. [...] Read More

Although diabetes has become a fairly common disease in most recent years, it is still very serious and should be managed properly to avoid damaging effects to the body. These damaging effects include threats to your oral that can greatly influence your orthodontic treatment.

The connection between diabetes and periodontal disease is closer than most people think. Did you know that those with diabetes are two times more likely to develop gum disease? For this reason, it is important for people with diabetes to understand its effects and practice [...] Read More

At the start of every new year, most of us begin to reevaluate our waistlines and opt for a healthier lifestyle. With the growing popularity of juicing in recent years, more of our patients have been turning to this diet as a means of increasing their fruit and vegetable intake. While blending veggies, fruits, and other nutrients together can be very beneficial for overall health, do you really know the effects on your oral health?

When you consume a fruit and vegetable drink, you’re exposing your teeth [...] Read More

All of us here at Honey Orthodontics have heard the expression “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Taking this to heart can make our teeth stronger and brighter if we eat the right foods to support that healthy smile.

Even though Veneers, crowns, and fillings, along with professional whitening can make your teeth stronger and brighter, it’s best to avoid cavities and stains altogether with regular brushing, flossing, and just as important…eating the right foods.

Here is a list of 5 dental friendly foods to prevent and even reverse damage to your teeth. 1. Dairy Products [...] Read More

At Honey Orthodontics, our sights are always set towards spring and the warmer weather, but we’ll make the most of winter with our fun “Snowman Seek & Find” contest!

We’ll be hiding tiny snowman graphics to various pages of the Honey Orthodontics website. Guess the correct number, and you’ll be entered in a random drawing to win a $100 Amazon gift card! Be sure to inspect each page thoroughly!

This contest runs from January 2nd to March 28th. For more information, head to our Contest page.

We hope everyone had a happy holiday season and is ready [...] Read More

At the start of each new year, we often hear people say, “New year, new me.” But what exactly does that mean? At Honey Orthodontics, we say “New year, new smile, better hygiene.”

To help you start the new year with a great smile and better oral health, we’ve come up with a list of essentials you will need to achieve this new year’s resolution.

Simply brushing your teeth does not always get to the hard-to-reach areas. Flossing is one of the most effective ways to prevent cavities, fight bad breath, tartar buildup, gum disease and improve your appearance. [...] Read More