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How long after my braces come off should I wear my retainer?

June 17th, 2026

Braces are an investment in your smile. When your teeth reach a desired straightness, you’ll have a beautiful smile, but it’s important to keep it that way! You can accomplish this with a retainer provided by Willes Orthodontics. A retainer is a small, custom-fit device that reinforces the new position of your teeth after your…
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What is orthognathic surgery?

June 10th, 2026

Orthognathic surgery is surgery to correct a wide variety of abnormalities of our patients' jaw and teeth. The surgery is often done in conjunction with orthodontic treatment. While the patient’s appearance may be significantly improved as a result, the primary purpose of the surgery is to correct functional problems including but not limited to: Unbalanced…
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Tips to Help You Beat the Heat This Summer

June 3rd, 2026

The dog days of summer are upon us, and with the temperatures soaring, our team at Willes Orthodontics wants you to be extra careful about sun safety when you’re out and about. Check out this incredibly helpful article on the Ten Summer Safety Tips for Kids, courtesy of Discovery. Dr. Michael Willes and our team…
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Breakfast with Braces

May 27th, 2026

Breakfast is called the most important meal of the day for many reasons. Children need to refuel after a long night’s sleep, and studies suggest that school kids who eat a good breakfast have more energy, better attendance and behavior, and even higher test scores than kids who don’t.   But sometimes, especially with new…
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