The Importance of Wearing Your Retainer after Orthodontic Treatment

January 8th, 2025

It's the big day and your braces are finally coming off! Does that mean you are completely done? Not so fast! After you complete your treatment here at Westfield Braces, Dr. Thomas Burns and our team will recommend you wear a retainer, which must be worn routinely after treatment in order to hold your teeth…
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It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!

January 1st, 2025

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on which everyone would celebrate the New Year. At midnight people would yell, holler, and blow horns to scare away the evil spirits of the previous…
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Common Issues with Braces: How to avoid bad breath

December 25th, 2024

A bright, beautiful smile is often achieved with braces. The time you spend wearing braces is an investment in the good health and appearance of your smile. However, Dr. Thomas Burns and our staff know that having braces on your teeth can pose challenges. Many of these challenges are commonly faced by all who wear…
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Fluoride and Your Orthodontic Treatment

December 18th, 2024

Our team at Westfield Braces knows that there are many ways you can protect your pearly whites throughout your orthodontic treatment. If you follow the rules and brush your teeth twice a day, floss often, and protect your appliances from damage, you should have a successful treatment. But did you know there’s another way to…
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