Crooked or crowded teeth aren’t always just a cosmetic issue; they also are more difficult to clean, which can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Likewise, if your teeth don’t align properly when you bite (known as malocclusion), this can cause chewing, swallowing, and speaking problems. You can put these risks to rest and…
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A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Willes Orthodontics maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Carlsbad, CA office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. When food remains between your teeth, bacteria starts…
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Halloween is already here, and our office is embracing the season with a mix of fun and spookiness. Our annual "Candy Guessing Jar Contest" is in full swing, inviting patients to guess the number of candies in the jar. The closet guesser gets to take home the jar and a cute singing Halloween bat. This…
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