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Understanding Your Overjet

October 17th, 2025

Bite problems are so common that most of us know someone who’s worn braces. So perhaps you’re already familiar with the terms “overbite” and “underbite”—but if you’ve been diagnosed with an “overjet,” that just might be an orthodontic diagnosis that is new to you. If so, here are a few questions and answers to help…
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Just What Is Plaque?

October 17th, 2025

From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unpleasant film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease It can cause extra problems when you wear braces And really, do we need to know much more than this to motivate us…
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October Is Orthodontic Health Month!

October 16th, 2025

October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in New York, NY, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment makes possible!Because October is Orthodontic Health Month, and it’s a great time to talk about how your orthodontist helps you create not just a…
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The Truth about TMJ

September 24th, 2025

TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Dr. Frank Andolino and Dr. Susan and our team have told you that you have a TMJ disorder, what can we do to help? The…
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