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!
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These are some of the many questions we get about Invisalign clear aligners. Advancements in clear aligner technology have made Invisalign an option for more people than ever. Appel Orthodontics is a proud provider, and we’re happy to answer your questions about clear aligner treatment.

These are some of the many questions we get about Invisalign clear aligners. Advancements in clear aligner technology have made Invisalign an option for more people than ever. Appel Orthodontics is a proud provider, and we’re happy to answer your questions about clear aligner treatment.

Braces or Invisalign? It’s a big decision patients make before starting their orthodontic treatment. However, some patients go for a few months with braces and decide that Invisalign is the better way to go.

Brackets break sometimes! Here’s everything you need to know!

Appel Orthodontics uses bite blocks on braces to keep braces safe and to make your braces treatment faster and easier. Bite turbos are made to keep your teeth apart and keep you from damaging your braces.

Not sure how to care for your retainers? What are the different types of retainers? We'll tell you everything you need to know about retainers!

At Appel Orthodontics, we know the damage vaping can do to your smile and that the idea that vaping is somehow healthier than smoking is misleading.

Figuring out what to eat when you get braces can be tough, but we've made it easy for you!

At Appel Orthodontics, we caution our patients about drinking sodas while in braces or Invisalign. There are many reasons why, including possible staining of your teeth, braces, and Invisalign.