Orthodontic Blog & Patient Resources
Honest Answers, Helpful Tips, and Real Smile Stories
Looking for orthodontic advice that’s actually helpful? Our blog is packed with insights from Dr. Patel and the Tooth by Tooth team—written for real people (not dental school).
We cover everything from clear aligners vs braces to tips for making treatment easier at every age.
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6 Tools for Cleaning Braces
There’s no sugar-coating the fact that cleaning your teeth when they’re in braces is more involved than when they’re not (and at our office, we don’t like to coat things in sugar anyway).
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When is it Time to See an Orthodontist?
When it comes to smiles, 7 is the lucky number. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends all kiddos see an orthodontist when they turn 7.
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