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A healthy mouth can also be a sign of good overall health! At Garlock Orthodontics, we know that education is critical. This is why it’s important to know the signs and symptoms of dental disease, but it’s also important to know the signs of a healthy mouth. 4 Signs of a Healthy Mouth  Below are […]

When your child’s adult teeth start to grow in, there may be ridges on the tips of the teeth. These ridges and bumps are known as tooth mamelons. Mamelons vary from person to person. Some are very noticeable, while others don’t seem to have mamelons at all! Tooth mamelons are common on the upper and

Orthodontic braces aren’t exclusively used to fix crooked teeth. Braces also help achieve proper spacing and jaw alignment. Since these problems aren’t as apparent as crooked teeth, it can be challenging for parents to know if or when their child needs to see an orthodontist. We recommend all children receive an orthodontic evaluation between the

Millions of Americans, most commonly teenaged or young women, suffer from an eating disorder. More and more often, dentists are the first medical professionals to find signs of eating disorders in their patients. This is because frequent, self-induced vomiting (bulimia), and starvation (anorexia) have a noticeable impact on the teeth.   Dental Signs of An Eating

Sports are great for kids! It provides a fun form of exercise and improves motor skills, but it also helps kids learn how to work as a team and solve conflicts. Unfortunately, there are also a few dangers associated with sports, especially contact sports like karate and football. In fact, childhood sports are responsible for

It’s no secret that braces are difficult to keep clean! Food debris and plaque often get stuck between the wires and brackets, flossing takes a few extra steps, and it can be tough to keep your breath smelling fresh. Luckily, there are a few tips to make sure your teeth stay healthy while you’re undergoing

A palatal expander is used to help guide and direct the growth of the upper jaw in young orthodontic patients. The palatal expander is placed on the roof of your child’s mouth, widening the upper jaw by applying gentle pressure on the top molars. This allows the upper and lower teeth to achieve a more

Archaeologists who discovered an ancient substance, much like chewing gum, have used it to take a look into the life, diet, and appearance of a young Stone Age girl. This bird pith, an ancient form of gum used as a type of glue in the Paleolithic era, was found at a Denmark archaeological site. The

Knowing what is and is not okay while wearing braces can be tough to figure out at first. A few things are obvious; You should be brushing twice a day and flossing daily as a part of your dental routine, but many patients have questions about whether it’s safe to use mouthwash during orthodontic treatment.