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What’s so great about self-ligating braces? Five things you need to know

April 30th, 2025

Parents of a certain age will no doubt remember the teen comedies of the 1980s. These movies typically included a character so wired up with orthodontic apparatus (elaborate metal braces, rubber bands, a mountain of headgear) that he or she looked like some sort of electrical machinery. In recent years, the technological advancements in braces…
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Love your new smile? Tell us about it!

April 23rd, 2025

At Willes Orthodontics, we proudly treat adults, teens, and children; no matter what your age, we believe you deserve a great smile. Our warm and welcoming team is known for their for their exceptional orthodontic skills. Dr. Michael Willes and our talented team have been creating beautiful smiles for years, and today would like to…
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Every Day is Earth Day

April 16th, 2025

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a time of change, and assertions that we needed to pay more attention to the Earth's atmosphere were generally dismissed. But within a couple decades, it…
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I got my braces. Now what?

April 9th, 2025

You’ve taken the first step toward a healthier and more beautiful appearance by getting braces at Willes Orthodontics, and you’re probably wondering what comes next. The first week is the period of biggest adjustment, and there’s a lot to learn in this short time. Don’t worry; in a few short days your braces will feel…
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