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You may experience mild soreness for a few days after adjustments, but most patients adjust quickly. Orthodontic treatment does not have to hurt to be effective.
Absolutely. We recommend wearing a mouthguard for sports. Musicians typically adjust quickly.
Hard, sticky, or chewy foods (like ice, caramel, hard candy, and taffy) can damage braces and extend treatment time. We provide a complete guide at the start of treatment.
Retention is essential to protect your investment. Every patient receives custom retainers and detailed instructions to maintain their new smile long term.
Phase 1 orthodontic treatment, also called early interceptive treatment, is performed while a child still has a combination of baby teeth and permanent teeth. Its purpose is to address specific developing orthodontic problems, such as crossbites, significant crowding, or certain jaw growth concerns, when early intervention may be beneficial. Not every child needs Phase 1 treatment! At Mischler Orthodontics, Dr. McDonald carefully evaluates each child's growth and development to determine whether early treatment offers a meaningful advantage or whether waiting is the better approach.