July 7th, 2021
You’re going to the game! And no matter which sport you follow, there’s so much to enjoy—the best athletes, exciting play, hometown pride—and those delicious concession stands! But if you’re wearing braces, your team spirit might be flagging. Here are a few ideas to help keep your food choices out of foul territory. You know…
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July 1st, 2021
Happy Independence Day from Dr. Thomas Burns and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Americans love to celebrate the anniversary of our country's independence! Today we're devoting the Westfield Braces blog to some fun facts about the Fourth!…
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June 23rd, 2021
Parents of a certain age will no doubt remember the teen comedies of the 1980s. These movies typically included a character so wired up with orthodontic apparatus (elaborate metal braces, rubber bands, a mountain of headgear) that he or she looked like some sort of electrical machinery. In recent years, the technological advancements in braces…
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June 16th, 2021
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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