As you near the end of your orthodontic treatment, you’re probably already imagining the day when your brackets and wires finally come off. Or the moment you’ve finished with your last set of aligners. That day might come just a bit sooner if Drs. Shah, Makki, and Wardell and our team recommend a positioner. While…
Continue Reading
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…
Continue Reading
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…
Continue Reading
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…
Continue Reading
