Celebrate Labor Day By Getting Away
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. But there are quite a few people who celebrate the holiday by getting out of town, with an estimated 33 million people traveling more than […]
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When Is The Best Age To Begin Orthodontic Treatment?
Most parents know that routine dental care should begin during their child’s toddler years. And many assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Dr. Andrew Lasley for an initial orthodontic consultation. The ideal age for an orthodontic evaluation is age seven. At that age, your […]
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The Effects Of Biting Your Nails
Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids between the ages of ten and 18 have been nail biters at one time or another. Experts say that about 30 percent of children and […]
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It’s Time To Go Back To School!
Now that many of the schools in Centralia, WA are back in session, Dr. Andrew Lasley would like to remind all of our patients about the importance of scheduling appointments in advance. With school, clubs, sports, and family duties to consider, we know that it can be challenging to find time to visit Centralia Orthodontics […]
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Sugar And Your Orthodontic Treatment
One word no one likes to hear is “cavity!” For those patients of ours wearing braces, hearing that word is especially problematic, considering that delaying any dental work may result in delaying treatment time. We often blame candy as the culprit behind tooth decay, but other foods and drinks that kids consume can be just […]
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Search Blog: Search Questions, Questions…
When beginning orthodontic treatment, most patients ask Dr. Andrew Lasley and our team a lot of questions about what to expect, while others choose to just “go with the flow” and leave it to us to build for them a beautiful smile. And for our team at Centralia Orthodontics, that’s understandable. But for those who […]
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Common Issues With Braces: How To Avoid Bad Breath
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. Andrew Lasley 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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How Braces Can Work At Any Age
Are you an adult who is considering getting braces? Perhaps you’ve had them before, but over the years that dental work has been reversed. Or maybe you’ve never had any orthodontic work done, but are considering braces for the first time. In either case, Centralia Orthodontics can help you enjoy straighter teeth, an improved […]
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Fun Facts For The Fourth
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While your fellow revelers eat hot dogs and wave flags, you can impress them by sharing these fascinating facts and historical tidbits about some of our […]
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What Is Hyperdontia?
When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Centralia Orthodontics calls this oral condition “hyperdontia.” Primary teeth are the first set of teeth that erupt in your child’s mouth, typically by the time they […]
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Proper Diet While Undergoing Orthodontics
Many people undergo orthodontic treatment during childhood, adolescence, and even into adulthood. Wearing orthodontic appliances like braces is sure to produce a beautiful smile. Though orthodontic treatments at Centralia Orthodontics are designed to accommodate your lifestyle, chances are you will need to make some dietary modifications to prevent damage to your braces and prolong orthodontic […]
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What If I Miss An Appointment Over The Summer?
If you are planning on taking a vacation this summer, we ask that you let us know ahead of time so that we may schedule your summer appointments more efficiently. We also encourage patients and their parents to be proactive in determining when they make their summer appointments. If you will be gone for an […]
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