Well, of course, they already are working for you—as an essential part of the alignment process. Rubber bands, also known as elastic ligatures, are used to secure the wires inside your brackets. But bands can be more than functional. Since the ligatures around each bracket are replaced when you visit our office, why not use…
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It's the big day and your braces are finally coming off! Does that mean you are completely done? Not so fast! After you complete your treatment here at Ryan Orthodontics, Dr. Ryan and our team will recommend you wear a retainer, which must be worn routinely after treatment in order to hold your teeth in…
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If you’re heading back to classes in the next few weeks, you’re probably getting your gear together now. So let’s talk about some of the items you can pack to make orthodontic care easier during school hours. Dental-Healthy Food Watching what foods you eat is especially important now. If you’re carrying your lunch or snacks…
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At Ryan Orthodontics, we know orthodontic emergencies are neither convenient nor timely. If you are a patient of record, Dr. Ryan and our team are more than willing to see you after hours or over the weekend. As a general rule, you should call our Plymouth office when you experience severe pain or when you…
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