At Westfield Braces, we know orthodontic emergencies are neither convenient nor timely. If you are a patient of record, Dr. Thomas Burns and our team are more than willing to see you after hours or over the weekend. As a general rule, you should call our Westfield, NJ office when you experience severe pain or…
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We hear this question a lot at Westfield Braces, and we don’t mind when patients who are eager to complete their orthodontic treatment ask us. After all, we know there is no better feeling than getting your braces off! During your initial consultation with Dr. Thomas Burns, we will map out a specific treatment for…
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On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who brought Christianity to Ireland. The saint arrived in Ireland in 432 and earned the reputation of a champion of Irish Christianity. March 17th, the day…
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Patients who want corrective braces but don’t like the look of traditional braces with the metal showing on the front have an alternative in lingual braces. As opposed to metal braces visible across the front of the teeth, lingual braces are placed on the rear of the teeth. Most of the metal in lingual braces…
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