Silcox Orthodontics: 2013

Thursday, August 1, 2013

It's a myth that braces are only for kids. 1 in 5 orthodontic patients is an adult.

Monday, July 8, 2013

Stains happen when dark foods (such as beets and berries) and beverages (think colas and tea) or substances in cigarette smoke adhere to plaque or tartar on the tooth's surface or penetrate into porous enamel. On top of that, tooth enamel thins with age, exposing the yellowish dentin underneath.

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Colgate Total toothpaste is the best selling toothpaste in the United States.

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Here is a great article on how to stop gum swelling associated with Orthodontic braces!

http://www.thedentalcheck.com/how-to-stop-gum-swelling-associated-with-orthodontic-braces/

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Congratulations to Hayden F. for winning one of our kites from the kite contest. Make sure to come in and check out our current contest.

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Fun fact! One in five orthodontic patients is an adult.

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Who invented the toothbrush and when?
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/tooth.html

Monday, May 6, 2013

A human baby has 20 teeth which start to grow at about six months old.

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Grab your toothbrush, because after this post, you're going to want to brush your teeth! These pictures have convinced us of one thing: without teeth we'd be ________ (fill in the blank).
http://www.buzzfeed.com/mjs538/male-celebrities-with-no-teeth