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In many children, the upper jaw is not spacious enough to accommodate all teeth. The result is crowding and malocclusion. A palatal expander can help.

When Upper Jaw Expansion Benefits Your Child Upper jaw expansion is a form of orthodontic treatment that is used in specific cases. There are numerous benefits depending on a patient's age and need.

Are braces hurting your confidence? Keep your eyes on the horizon! Remember, with orthodontics, there are...

Ever wondered how Invisalign braces are made?

Customized plastic trays are created from molds of the patient's teeth. Patients are given new trays every 2 weeks that gradually get closer to their ideal shape!

Invisalign Tip: Be ready for change!

Sets of Invisalign change every two weeks to progress your teeth. What you may not know is that your attachments may change too. To fine-tune the alignment process, the number and placement of teeth attachments may be changed every few months, so your teeth will feel different even with your trays out.

It may be hard to believe but 25 percent of patients don't wear retainers properly and have to get braces all over again. 😳

Do you have a retainer routine that helps you remember to wear yours?

Good oral hygiene is key to keeping teeth healthy in braces and to keeping braces intact. So what exactly does that look like for kids with braces? Read on.

Orthodontics: Correcting Crowded-Teeth With Braces Learn more about common orthodontic issues in children and orthodontic treatments, including alignment, kids braces, and much more.

Fall has arrived! 🍁 Break out your tea and cozy blankets and brace for smiles ahead!

Happy Autumnal Equinox from Embrace Orthodontics! Let your journey to a straighter smile begin this season—visit https://www.albanycountybraces.com/ today.

Orthodontics irritating your mouth?

You should get used to any sharp or pointy bits before long, but in the meantime, try applying a small amount of orthodontic wax to these areas to ease discomfort.

Today, we show our love and appreciation for the parents juggling it all. We appreciate all you do for the next generation and hope today gives you plenty of reasons to smile.

Happy Working Parents Day from Embrace Orthodontics! If you're looking for orthodontic treatment that fits your busy schedule, visit https://www.albanycountybraces.com/ today.

On this day, we commemorate the lives lost and honor the heroes who stepped up on September 11th, 2001.

We will never forget.

Orthodontists: Not just setting your teeth straight, but setting the record straight on orthodontic myths!

Unveiling Truths: Busting Common Orthodontic Myths | American Association of Orthodontists Unveiling Truths: Busting Common Orthodontic Myths. A custom smile created just for you by an AAO orthodontist.

To the ones who always have a word of advice, a sweet treat, and a place to stay, we celebrate you, today and every day!

Happy Grandparents' Day from Embrace Orthodontics! We hope your special day is full of love, quality time, and lots of smiles.

Did you know September is Self-Improvement Month?

This month, commit to growth, whether that means learning a new skill, embarking on a new wellness journey, stepping out of your comfort zone, or even making small changes in your daily life like flossing more regularly.

If a straighter smile is on your list of improvements, Embrace Orthodontics is here to help: https://www.albanycountybraces.com/

Back in the day, if you wanted invisible braces, your only option was lingual braces. Now many discreet options are available so you can get a straight smile - without being self-conscious. Want to explore our options? Give us a call!

Today, we celebrate the hard work of men and women nationwide who keep the wheels of our country turning.

Wishing you all a happy and restful Labor Day from Embrace Orthodontics!

Did you know gums and gum health are closely linked to whole health? In fact, gum disease can be a contributing factor to heart disease and other illnesses.

During National Gum Care Month, we encourage you to stay informed and to focus on periodontal hygiene like flossing and using mouthwash. If crowded teeth are getting in the way of proper gum care, we can help: https://www.albanycountybraces.com/