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The Importance of Orthodontic Treatment at a Young Age

December 13th, 2023

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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Celebrate the Season with Braces-Friendly Treats

December 6th, 2023

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, with the holidays around the corner, and visions of sugarplums and other tasty desserts dancing in everyone’s head. Except, this year you have braces. This means some of your favorites might be on the naughty list. What to avoid? The same kinds of foods that you avoid…
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Smile Smart: Using Your HSA for Braces & Invisalign

November 28th, 2023

Since it’s insurance open enrollment season, we want to make sure you know that you can use your Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for braces or Invisalign here at Willes Ortho! This often-overlooked opportunity offers a great way to not only enhance your smile but also manage your healthcare costs more efficiently. In this…
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Worst Candy for Braces

November 22nd, 2023

Most kids love candy; actually, most people in general love candy. So when it comes time for you to get braces there can often be a natural conflict between candy consumption and maintaining the integrity of your braces. For that reason, Dr. Michael Willes and our team know that it’s good to know which types…
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