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When should I floss during the day?

August 13th, 2025

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Palos Orthodontics maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Palos Hills office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. When food remains between your teeth, bacteria starts…
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Sunbeams and Beaming Smiles

August 6th, 2025

Long days in the sun’s rays offer you lots of options for outdoor activities. Beach time? Vacation? Open-air concerts? Baseball, biking, board sports? No matter what plans you have for these sunny days in Palos Hills, we have some tips to keep your smile beaming.Use SunscreenSunscreen is good for all ages and skin tones, and…
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Bracketology

July 30th, 2025

Analyzing strong points, looking for potential problems, making comparisons—it’s bracketology time! Nope, not basketball (although we hear they have something similar), but a brief analysis of your orthodontic options when it comes to choosing a winning bracket. If you’re getting braces, you’re probably already familiar with how they work—brackets are bonded to the teeth to…
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How long does orthodontic treatment take?

July 23rd, 2025

The dental procedures that focus on the correction of alignment and bite are known as orthodontic care. With the aid of braces, aligners, retainers, brackets, and similar appliances, orthodontic treatment can correct oral disorders such as protruding teeth, crowding, difficulty biting or chewing, and speech issues. Seeking orthodontic treatment at Palos Orthodontics can drastically improve…
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