This is a fixed appliance to hold space when teeth are lost early. If the space isn’t retained you can see the result of the blocked out replacement tooth.

The E’s are the primary teeth (blue) that are larger then the replacement teeth. (E-space) By holding the molars in place we are able to help reduce crowding by using the extra space. (E-space)

1. People who tend to drink 3 or more glasses of soda/pop daily have 62% more tooth decay, fillings and tooth loss than others. 2. The first toothbrush with bristles was manufactured in China in 1498. Bristles from hogs, horses and badgers were used. The first commercial toothbrush was made in 1938. 3. Fluoridated toothpastes [...]

The number of cavities in the average mouth is down and people are keeping their teeth longer.   People, on average, have healthier mouths than even 10 years ago.  Specifically: —The decline in tooth decay was greatest among kids but holds across every age group. —Only 40% of  young people age 6 to 19 had ever [...]

Take a look at a video we uploaded to proper illustrate how to floss when you have braces. It can be tricky!