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When Clear Aligners aren’t the Answer

January 8th, 2025

Clear aligners like Invisalign® have become increasingly popular over the past several years and rightly so. They’re removable, easier to clean than braces, and hardly anyone knows you're wearing them. They are great in treating many cases, but they aren't for everyone. Below, Dr. Wale and our team cover some of the instances where clear…
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve

January 1st, 2025

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. Dr. Wale and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, another year of surviving the crazy world we live in, a time to refocus on the things we want for ourselves, a celebration with those…
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What is early intervention?

December 26th, 2024

Many developing orthodontic problems can be intercepted and corrected if diagnosed and treated at an early age. Dr. Wale and our team at Prime Associates Orthodontics recommend children have their first orthodontic evaluation no later than age seven, or younger if the front four permanent teeth have replaced the baby teeth. Early treatment, also known…
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I Have Gum Disease. Can I Still Get Braces?

December 18th, 2024

Gum disease is one of our most common dental diseases, affecting both children and adults. If you are considering getting braces or aligners, make sure your gums are their healthiest before beginning orthodontic treatment. Gingivitis For both younger and older patients, gingivitis (mild gum disease) can be the result of poor brushing and flossing habits.…
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