Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener found in tree bark, plants, fruits, and vegetables. The human body also produces it in small amounts. It looks and tastes like sugar, so as part of a health regimen, most people require no willpower to use it. Xylitol is safe (approved by the World Health Organization) because only…
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It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like learning a new language, practicing more between lessons, or finally cleaning out that locker, Dr. Michael Willes would like to start small with a few…
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Whenever we bite down, we’re applying force with our jaw muscles. Functional appliances direct these forces to create healthier tooth and jaw alignment. They’re used to help correct bite problems and to encourage symmetrical jaw growth. Functional appliances aren’t always necessary. Because every child’s teeth and bite are different, orthodontic treatment at our Carlsbad, CA…
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When you think of orthodontic treatment, you may automatically assume that it only relates to older children and teens with alignment and spacing issues. But this isn’t the case: Orthodontic treatment at Willes Orthodontics offers many benefits when applied at a young age. By considering orthodontic treatment at a younger age, Dr. Michael Willes and…
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