You’ve done it. You finished your time with braces and now you have a beautifully straight and even smile. Dr. Scott Ervin has checked that your mouth is functioning well, and now it’s time to remove the braces! Now it’s time to make sure that progress stays by using a retainer. The periodontal ligaments that anchor your teeth in your... read more »

If your child is around 7 years old, it’s about time to bring them in for their first orthodontic appointment! The American Dental Association and the American Association of Orthodontists strongly recommend taking your child to their first orthodontic appointment by the time they are 7 years old. Doing so will give the orthodontist the opportunity to examine your child’s... read more »

Before you decide on a certain kind of braces, consider all of your options. There are four types of braces available in the orthodontic world today, and we are happy to educate you on the pros and cons of each treatment. Traditional/Metal Braces Metal or traditional braces are the braces people automatically think of when they think of orthodontics. These... read more »

Braces are successful, productive appliances that give you the smile you have always wanted, but sometimes they can be a little inconvenient an uncomfortable. To help you have the best and most successful experience with braces, we recommend using these seven tips to get you through the day: 1. Make sure to keep a toothbrush and toothpaste with you at... read more »