posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

You’ve decided—now’s the time to talk to the doctor about straighter teeth and a better bite. So what’s holding you back? If you are concerned because you have a missing Read more

posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

Many teens want to improve their smile without the pain and embarrassment of having to wear metal braces. Just like metal braces, Invisalign works by gently moving teeth into position. Read more

posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency orthodontic appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more

posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

You’ve been told that you have a malocclusion called an “underbite.” Let’s look at just what this diagnosis means, and what it means for you. Just what is an “underbite”? A malocclusion Read more

posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more

posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Your teeth are precious. Once your permanent teeth come in, they need to last you a lifetime. Extensive tooth decay can lead to dental caries and the need for fillings, Read more

posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

These days, it’s become more common to see adults at our office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners . . . that is, if you can see them! Read more

posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

When patients ask the doctor about who benefits from Invisalign clear aligners, the simple answer is this: almost everyone. Unlike conventional braces, they are removable, which makes eating and cleaning Read more

posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more

posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Straightening your teeth with traditional braces used to be something of a public affair. While traditional teeth-straightening methods yielded high-quality results, it was also essentially impossible to wear them undetected Read more

posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

Press Pause If you are getting braces in the near future, it’s very important to see your regular dentist first. That way, any cavities or other dental problems can be treated Read more

posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

Fall can be a really enjoyable time of the year for you and your family. The kids are back in school, the leaves are changing, and Halloween approaches. This holiday Read more

posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Despite the common assumption that braces are for kids, more and more adults are choosing to pursue orthodontics to correct their smiles. Just hearing the word “braces” and picturing a Read more

posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

Most parents know that routine dental care should begin during their child’s toddler years. And many assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent Read more

posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

The PHM Orthodontists team knows that oral hygiene is important, whether you have braces on your teeth or not. But if you are a person who wears braces, caring for Read more

posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team Read more