December 31st, 2025
It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like learning a new language, practicing more between lessons, or finally cleaning out that locker, Drs. Shah, Makki, and Wardell would like to start small with…
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December 24th, 2025
Most parents know that routine dental care should begin during their child’s toddler years. And many assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Drs. Shah, Makki, and Wardell for an initial orthodontic consultation. The ideal age for an orthodontic evaluation is age seven. At that…
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December 17th, 2025
A clean mouth is a happy mouth. And when Drs. Shah, Makki, and Wardell and our staff see you have a clean mouth, we are happy too. Of course, all of this should make you happy because you’re the one preventing sneaky little food bits from getting trapped under the wires of your braces. Still,…
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December 10th, 2025
You’ve taken the first step toward a healthier and more beautiful appearance by getting braces at Palos Orthodontics, and you’re probably wondering what comes next. The first week is the period of biggest adjustment, and there’s a lot to learn in this short time. Don’t worry; in a few short days your braces will feel…
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