The holiday season is here — and with it, holiday travel plans! Hitting the road with new braces? Read on for our handy travel packing list for braces so you won't have to worry about leaving without any must-haves. Braces-Friendly Snacks At the top of our travel...
Summer Vacation with Braces
by Westside Dentistry | Jul 1, 2022 | Dental Care
The school year is over! The weather forecaster predicts beautiful sunshine. You've looked forward to summer all year long. But what about your new braces? Read on for our top tips for summer vacation with braces to help you make this the best summer yet. Summer...
Choosing Valentine’s Day Candy
by Westside Dentistry | Feb 1, 2022 | Dental Health
Holidays like Valentine’s Day are the perfect time to make a special someone feel extra special, but sometimes traditional holiday treats aren’t the easiest on our health, especially for those who have underlying health conditions. When choosing Valentine's Day candy,...
How to Floss with Braces
by Westside Dentistry | Oct 1, 2021 | Oral Health
Braces are amazing, they can give you a whole new smile! But they can also complicate things a bit. From having to think through if what you’re about to eat is safe for your braces, to practicing oral hygiene by cleaning around all those brackets and wires, life with...
Visiting the Dentist with Braces
by Westside Dentistry | May 3, 2021 | General Dentistry
You may have wondered, if you’re seeing an orthodontist, do you still need to see your regular dentist? It’s important to visit the dentist routinely, especially when you have braces. Here are 4 things to know while visiting the dentist with braces so that you can be...