How a Little Sunshine Helps Teeth During Orthodontic Treatment

Who doesn’t love to catch some sun rays? Well sunshine lovers, Dr. W. Gray Grieve and Dr. Surya Joseph at Dr. W. Gray Grieve Orthodontics has news for you! A little sunshine actually HELPS your teeth during orthodontic treatment! Sunshine has been found to improve mood, our immune functions, and increases vitamin D production in our bodies. The Importance of

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Part Two: The First Days of Treatment – Invisalign

Well, I did it. I started Invisalign! And I learned a lot in the process. When we looked at my digital treatment plan, Dr. Grieve showed me that he would need to add attachments to some of my teeth for optimum results. The attachments are tiny knobs that are matched to the color of your teeth and adhered for the

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Common Speech Problems Orthodontics Can Help

Did you know that the alignment of your teeth can affect your speech? If you struggle to pronounce certain words, your teeth could be the reason why. Thankfully, orthodontics can help. Dr. W. Gray Grieve and Dr. Surya Joseph at Dr. W. Gray Grieve Orthodontics can provide orthodontic treatment to resolve common oral problems such as: Lisp or Whistling Lisps or

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5 Reasons to Smile in the Year 2020

There are a lot of reasons you should be flashing those pearly whites more often – smiling is good for your health! According to Psychology Today, when you smile you activate neural messaging that benefits your health and happiness. As we close out the year, it is important to find reasons to smile and be grateful for all the lessons

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Should My Mouthguard Be Custom or Store Bought?

Anyone participating in a sport should wear a mouthguard to protect their teeth. This is especially important for anyone undergoing orthodontic treatment. Braces and wires can damage the mouth if you receive a ball to the face. Many people ask whether it is necessary to invest in a custom-fit mouthguard or will an over-the-counter one work just as well. To

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Will Orthodontic Treatment Cause White Marks on My Teeth

Once you’ve completed orthodontic treatment, you just want to enjoy your brand-new smile. However, one thing patients often worry about is having white marks on their teeth following treatment. Luckily, whether you end up with white marks on your teeth after treatment is UP TO YOU! If you take good care of your teeth during treatment, white marks can easily

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