Guyer Orthodontics Offers Way To Prevent White Spots On Teeth!

At Guyer Orthodontics, we want you to know about a new and exciting paste out on the market.

It is called MI Paste and it helps get rid of, as well as, prevent white spots on patients teeth. It is easy, tastes good, and most importantly improves the smiles on out Guyer Orthodontics patients! T

If you are interested or have any questions about the MI Paste please ask your assistant at your next visit!

Sit Back and Relax at Main Street Orthodontics

At Main Street Orthodontics, we want to make your orthodontic experience as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. For some of our patients that means listening to their music. You are more than welcome to bring your iPods or mp3 players to your appointments. We want you to be as comfortable as possible and sometimes your own music selections are more relaxing.

Thank you,
Dr. Guyer and Staff

Main Street Orthodontics -- Gummy Tummy

We know the rumors going around – mostly among young people – that once you swallow a piece of chewing gum it will stake a claim and take up residency in your stomach for at least seven years! We really hate to take all the fun out of the mystery, but the truth is that chewing gum, when swallowed, will enter the stomach and move through the digestive system just like any other piece of food and leave the body long before seven years! So, if you ever have accidentally swallowed a piece of gum, there is no need to worry!

This being said, gum does not have any dietary benefits, so while it’s not harmful to swallow, you still want to avoid swallowing it. If you are a gum-chewer, make sure you chew sugarless gum, because gum with sugar can lead to cavities. Sugarless gum still has the same amount of flavor, but with less cavity causing ingredients. You see, when the bacterium in your mouth breaks down sugar, what’s left behind is acid. This acid eats away at the enamel coating of your teeth, causing holes that we call cavities. Cavities can lead to other long term mouth problems if they are not treated in time, so it is best to try and avoid overexposing your teeth to too many harmful substances!

Happy (sugar-free) gum chewing from Main Street Orthodontics!

Good Breath Gone Bad -- How Main Street Orthodontics Can Help!

At Main Street Orthodontics, we know that bad breath can be a real downer, especially when you are out on a date with that girl or boy you’ve had a crush on all semester! However, bad breath can be prevented!

Bad breath, or as your doctor may call it “halitosis,” is caused by odor-producing bacteria that grows in your mouth. This bacteria gathers on bits of food in your mouth and between your teeth and release sulfur compounds making your breath smell. Some foods, like garlic and onions, may contribute more to bad breath because of oils the food the food releases, and smoking is also a major cause of bad breath.

There are several myths around bad breath. Here are some common myths and the truth behind it all from Main Street Orthodontics:

Myth #1: Mouthwash will make my breath smell better

Mouthwash will make your breath smell better, but it is only a temporary fix. If you use mouthwash, just know that you will still need to brush and floss when you get the chance as mouthwash alone will not kill all of the bacteria producing germs in your mouth. When choosing a mouthwash, pick an antiseptic with plaque-reducing compounds. Also make sure any dental products you choose comes with the American Dental Association’s (ADA) seal of approval!

Myth #2: I brush my teeth; I will never have bad breath

Brushing your teeth will save you from having breath, but the truth is most people only brush their teeth for about 30-45 seconds! You need to brush your teeth for at least 2 minutes, twice a day to give your teeth a thorough cleansing. It’s also important to brush your tongue, which is where a majority of odor causing bacteria like to hang out. Lastly, flossing to remove food and plaque between the teeth will also help reduce your chances of having bad breath!

Myth #3: If I don’t smell it, then my breath is fresh

This is a false assumption in every sense of the word! The truth is that the breath you breathe out is not the same breath coming out when you talk to someone. When you breathe you are not using your throat as you do when you are talking; and when you talk more breath moves over the back of your mouth where bacteria is causing bad breath.

#1 TRUTH: Brush your teeth twice a day (for at least 2 minutes), floss at least once and visit your dentist every six months…this way your breath will always be fresh! Not letting your nerves get the best of you on your date? That’s up to you!!!

Have more questions about your breath, or teeth in general? Give us a call at Main Street Orthodontics, we'd love to chat with you.

More Fun at Main Street Orthodontics With Our Patient Of The Month Contest

Each and every month at Main Street Orthodontics, we encourage our patients to keep their teeth and braces healthy. So we have a Patient-of-the-Month Contest. Each time you come to Main Street Orthodontics, we check to see if you have healthy gums, clean teeth, and unbroken appliances. If you do, we enter your name into a drawing. At the end of the month we randomly draw one name, and that lucky person is awarded a Best Buy Gift Card! The patient's name is also proudly displayed in our office as our Patient of the Month!

It is April now, so take good care of your teeth and by the end of the month, you could earn a Best Buy shopping spree!