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March is Women’s History Month and Barden Orthodontics would like to acknowledge the contributions of women to the dental and orthodontic fields. Nearly 34.5% of dentists are women, more than half of dental students are women, and over 95% of dental assistants are women. You can likely thank a woman for helping to keep your…
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It is Children’s Dental Health Month so we thought we would highlight some of our favorite fun facts about children’s teeth. Did you know? Children first smile around 2 months of age. While they may not have teeth yet, their gummy grin is a joy for parents to see! Children’s teeth start to grow before…
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Are you considering orthodontics for yourself or your child?  It’s a big decision to seek orthodontic treatment.  Here are some of the top reasons for children, teens, and adults to get braces or Invisalign. Top reasons children should consider getting orthodontic treatment: Early treatment allows the correction and guides the growth of your child's jaw…
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What is the most exciting thing to happen to a child’s tooth? No, it’s not getting braces (although everyone at Barden Orthodontics thinks that getting braces is very exciting!).  It’s losing your first (and second, and third) baby tooth! In the United States, children usually put their lost tooth under their pillow and a tooth…
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