While you probably already know that good oral health is an important part of a confident smile, it is even more important while straightening your teeth. This means taking the time to practice good oral hygiene habits daily and keeping up with routine checkups and cleanings. To keep tooth decay and gum disease away Quality Orthodontic Care encourages our patients... read more »

If your metal braces bother you from time to time, you are not alone. It is not uncommon for braces to occasionally cause sore and cut lips, gums, and cheeks. Thankfully, you can employ orthodontic wax to reduce this irritation and help you smile again. Orthodontic wax is a beneficial tool that Dr. John Fleming usually gives you at your... read more »

If you are one who has braces as well as bad breath, which is also known as halitosis, then you have poor oral hygiene, and it’s time to step it up a notch. Bad breath generally occurs when food gets stuck in your mouth and the bacteria on that food lets out an odor. This is very common for people... read more »