Orthodontics Blog
Care for Your Braces at School
Keep braces clean at school with a kit, brush, floss, rinse, and avoid sugary drinks to prevent cavities and gum disease.
Surgical Orthodontics Explained
Surgical orthodontics corrects severe jaw and bite issues in adults when braces alone cannot fix skeletal misalignment.
Straight Smiles Equal Healthier Smiles
Orthodontic treatment improves alignment, making teeth easier to clean and reducing risks of decay, gum disease, and jaw issues.
I Got My Braces – Now What?
The first week with braces may bring soreness and adjustments, but discomfort fades quickly with proper care and precautions.
Adult Orthodontic Care
Adult orthodontic care corrects alignment issues, improves oral health, and offers discreet treatment options for lasting smiles.
A Better Way To Clean Aligners And Retainers
EverSmile® WhiteFoam™ cleans, freshens, and whitens aligners in 60 seconds—no soaking or brushing needed.
6 Daily Steps to Clear Aligner Success
Successful clear aligner treatment requires daily wear, proper cleaning, consistent fit, and keeping all orthodontic appointments.
Celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month This October!
National Orthodontic Health Month promotes healthy smiles, braces care, and smart candy choices during October.
What Would Happen To Your Teeth Without Retainers?
Retainers keep teeth from shifting after braces. Skipping them can undo treatment and may require braces again.
Damon Braces: A New Type Of Orthodontics
Damon braces use self-ligating technology for less friction, fewer visits, easier cleaning, and shorter treatment time than traditional braces.
Two Phase Treatment Options for Early Intervention
Early orthodontic treatment uses a two-phase approach to guide jaw growth and properly align permanent teeth for lasting results.
Tips For Avoiding Orthodontic Emergencies
Know how to handle common braces emergencies like broken brackets, poking wires, and sports injuries and when to call your orthodontist.
Dental Health Education Program
Valeriano Orthodontics offers fun, age-appropriate dental education visits to teach kids lifelong oral health habits.
The Valeriano Orthodontics Difference
Valeriano Orthodontics delivers expert care, advanced technology, and personalized treatment for confident, lifelong smiles.
Air Flossers and Waterpiks: Should You Use Them?
Air flossers and Waterpiks help remove plaque and debris around braces, improving oral hygiene alongside brushing and flossing.
How Invisalign SmileView Can Help You See Your Future Smile
Invisalign SmileView lets you preview your new smile with a selfie, helping you visualize results before treatment.
Invisalign For A Winning Smile
Invisalign uses clear aligners to discreetly straighten teeth with fewer restrictions and shorter treatment than braces.
What are Self-Ligating Braces?
Traditional and self-ligating braces both straighten teeth, but self-ligating options may offer more comfort and efficiency.
Celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month
National Orthodontic Health Month highlights how braces and aligners improve bite, health, confidence, and lifelong smiles.
All About X-Rays
Valeriano Orthodontics uses advanced digital X-rays and cone beam CT for clearer images, lower radiation, and precise treatment planning.
