At Keenan Orthodontics, we know nobody likes getting plaque on their teeth. Here are five other ways you can avoid that dreaded enemy of the teeth during orthodontic treatment, courtesy of WebMD. Let’s start with brushing regularly. Brushing your teeth twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste is vital to a healthy mouth. Make sure […]
If you’ve recently completed treatment at Keenan Orthodontics, our staff would like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been removed, Dr. Keenan will provide—or has provided you—with retainers. After braces are removed, teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth […]
There are so many questions about orthodontics that we never ask, so Dr. Keenan this week took some time to explain the most common concerns. At what age should orthodontic treatment occur? Orthodontic treatment can be started at any age. Many orthodontic problems are easier to correct if detected at an early age before jaw […]
You may have noticed that Dr. Peter Keenan specializes in “Orthodontics and Dentofacial orthopaedics.” While most people have heard of orthodontics, many are confused by the “dentofacial orthopaedics” part of the title. Not to worry – we can explain! You probably know that an orthodontist straightens teeth, and indeed: “ortho” comes from the Greek for […]