These pages contain information about a myriad of topical issues concerning orthodontic treatment. 

 Before Getting Braces

• What Type of Braces Are Best?

• How Much Do Braces Cost?

• Getting Teeth Extracted for Braces

• Braces FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

• How Do Braces Work?

• A Brief History of Orthodontics and Braces

• Wilckodontics/AOO/Accelerated Orthodontics

• About the TPA Appliance

• Braces and Bisphosphonate Drugs (Fosamax, Boniva, etc.)

• A Few Words About Headgear

• Articles from Dental Professionals

During Orthodontic Treatment with Braces

• What are Orthodontic Spacers?

• About Tightening/Adjustment 

• Can I Change My Own Ligatures? (o-rings)

• Help! Did I Stain My Braces?

• Soft Food Suggestions

• All About Power Chains

• Ouch, I Have a Canker Sore!

• Animated Ligature Color Finder

• Changing Orthodontists During Treatment (Moving)

• Braces and Romance

• Braces in the Bedroom (adult content, over 18 only)

• Braces and Snorkeling/Scuba

• Braces and Pregnancy

After Braces

• All About Tooth Whitening

• Retainer Tips