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When you’re a parent, life becomes a whole series of firsts, from your child’s first smile, first steps, to their first day of school. It’s exciting to watch our babies grow and accomplish new things, but let’s be honest – sometimes it can be a little overwhelming, too! This is especially true of the times when you’re not sure what to expect, like planning your child’s first orthodontic visit. ...

Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD, are a family of problems related to your complex jaw joint that can cause chronic pain and discomfort and take a significant toll on your quality of life. The TM joints connect your lower jaw (mandible) to your skull (temporal bone) and make it possible to chew food and speak comfortably. When the temporomandibular joints become inflamed or the disc i...

Do you suffer from TMJ and have tried every custom night guard option available? Are you clenching and grinding or have frequent headaches? Dr. Hall is Botox certified for treatment of jaw tension, pain and and TMJ. Botox is effectively used to relieve soreness and discomfort associated with facial muscles. The injections often eliminate headaches resulting from teeth grinding and stress. ...

Whether you are a child or adult, busy schedules sometimes get in the way of eating healthy snacks and meals to keep them going. There are plenty of braces friendly foods that can fit right into your weekly menu.

If you want your braces off as soon as possible to show off your beautiful smile it is essential to eat right while you have braces and to avoid hard, crunchy foods that can p...

If you take a look at your smile in the mirror and you don’t like what you see, you deserve a new, beautiful smile that you can be proud of no matter what your stage of life! If you try to cover your mouth when you laugh, or avoid being photographed, because you feel self-conscious about your teeth, then it’s time to consider adult orthodontics. More adults than ever before are boosting t...

Orthodontic treatment isn’t just about creating a beautiful smile. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, untreated malocclusions (bad bites) can make it more difficult to properly clean the teeth, make teeth more susceptible to accidental chipping, create unfavorable growth or uneven tooth wear, or cause tongue-thrusting habits and speech impediments. Malocclusions can a...

Although orthodontic treatment is possible at any age, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child’s first orthodontic evaluation occur either at the first sign of problems or no later than age seven. While treatment may not be necessary at this early age, this initial examination allows us to spot any problems that may develop down the road and plan the best time to...