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What to Expect at Your First Orthodontic Appointment
Finding out you or your child needs braces doesn’t have to be a scary event—in fact, it should be an exciting time! Your first orthodontic appointment means you’re on your way to having a bright and beautiful new smile. At Heroes Dental, our orthodontists are...
TMJ Disorder and Mouthguards
Temporomandibular Joint and Muscle disorder, commonly referred to as TMJ or TMD, is one of the most commonly recognized conditions that affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles that control jaw movement. Millions of Americans suffer from this disorder and...
How much pain is normal and when should I call my orthodontist?
As previously mentioned in these FAQs, a bit of discomfort is to be expected, but it shouldn’t be a continually gnawing pain that prevents you from opening or closing your mouth. Call your orthodontist if pain persist even after taking some ibuprofen, and if you feel...