Blog Category: Handy tips 

When you have braces, brushing your teeth can be a little different. Check out these tips to keep your teeth healthy and clean while you have braces!

Appel Orthodontics encourages our patients to keep up with their oral hygiene to prevent decalcification. Visit us to learn more!

Braces wax, also known as dental wax, is a tool in orthodontic treatment. Its primary use is to help when braces wires are poking into the cheek or tongue.

Need stocking ideas for this Christmas? Try some of these mouth-friendly stocking stuffers! Ideas for kids, college students, adults, and braces.

Holidays don't have to be the time to break every health rule in the book. Sleep right, eat right, and get moving to make your holidays better!

Worried about losing or breaking your retainer and having an expensive replacement? Check out our tips for a strong retainer that will last a long time!

Appel Orthodontics offers flexible appointment hours, including some evenings and Saturdays. We want to work around our patients' busy lives!

Do you feel sore after your braces have been adjusted? Check out these tips for what to eat and do to relieve any pain and protect your smile!

If you’re completely new to Appel Orthodontics and you’d like to schedule your free consultation, you can do that online here.

Chapped lips can be a real pain, especially when you have braces! Here's how to soothe and protect sore lips, and keep your smile looking great.