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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day

March 15th, 2017

Millions of people, around Park Ridge, IL and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may be easy for you to throw on a green shirt, sport a St. Patrick’s Day button, or wear a pair of emerald-hued shoes, if…
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What makes teeth crooked?

March 8th, 2017

Dr. Robert Peterson and our team hear this question a lot. Some of the common reasons for crooked teeth include: Thumb sucking Tongue thrusting or improper use of the tongue during speaking and swallowing Premature loss of baby teeth, which causes teeth to drift and shift Poor breathing airway caused by enlarged adenoids or tonsils…
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Braces-Friendly Snack Ideas

March 1st, 2017

Wearing braces limits some of the snacks you can eat. However, you still have plenty of choices for fun and healthy foods that will not harm your braces. You can even enjoy a few crunchy treats as long as you choose them carefully. Sweet Treats Puddings provide a sweet and safe snack while you are…
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Brushing with Braces: How to Keep a Clean Mouth

February 22nd, 2017

A clean mouth is a happy mouth. And when Dr. Robert Peterson and our staff see you have a clean mouth, we are happy too. Of course, all of this should make you happy because you’re the one preventing sneaky little food bits from getting trapped under the wires of your braces. Still, you need…
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