Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” Dr. Gerald Spencer and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few: Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) – There are five main types of gum disease, and each one can range from mild to severe.…
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It's the big day and your braces are finally coming off! Does that mean you are completely done? Not so fast! After you complete your treatment here at Spencer Orthodontics, Dr. Gerald Spencer and our team will recommend you wear a retainer, which must be worn routinely after treatment in order to hold your teeth…
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Parents usually have numerous questions about orthodontic treatment for their children. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, orthodontic treatment for children should start at around seven years of age. This allows Dr. Gerald Spencer to evaluate the child’s existing and incoming teeth to determine whether or not early treatment might be necessary. What is…
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Thanks for asking! It really depends on the dental age of the patient rather than their chronological age. Usually a good time to have your child evaluated by an orthodontist is after the front permanent teeth have erupted into the mouth or if there appears to be extreme crowding of the teeth. The American Association…
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