
Halloween Guidelines from the Canadian Association of Orthodontists
Fall can be a really enjoyable time of the year for you and your family. The…

The Intriguing History of Halloween
Halloween is fast approaching, and Dr. Nicola Crichigno wanted to be sure to wish our patients…

Tips to Keep Braces Clean
Orthodontic technology changes and improves all the time. Today’s braces are lighter, smaller, and more efficient…

Straight Talk about Braces and Oral Health
We’ll give it to you straight: it can be harder to keep your teeth their cleanest…

Why Do I Need a Retainer?
Congratulations! You’ve done the hard work necessary to create your beautiful smile! You’ve carefully completed all…

Does my child need two-phase treatment?
You might be surprised to see one of your second grader’s friends with a dental appliance….

Talking Over Your Underbite
You’ve been told that you have a malocclusion called an “underbite.” Let’s look at just what…

What is orthognathic surgery?
Orthognathic surgery is surgery to correct a wide variety of abnormalities of our patients’ jaw and…

Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s…

The Hazards of Smokeless Tobacco
Many smokers believe that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. This simply isn’t…