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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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Daylight savings ends and we gain an extra hour of time!  Dr. Douglas Barden recommends these 5 teeth-friendly things to do with your extra hour. Whiten your teeth. Do your teeth look dull or have they lost their shine?  Try an at home tooth whitening strip or get it professionally done at your dentist’s office.…
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Sports are a great way for children and teens to exercise, learn the value of teamwork, and have fun.  Many of our patients play sports while in orthodontic treatment. Dr. Barden recommends that patients always wear a properly fitting mouthguard when playing sports, whether it’s for fun, during practice, or during competition.  Learn more about…
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Are you looking for a new braces friendly dinner recipe? How about “Loaded Baked Potato Casserole? It’s perfect for a weekday dinner, soft enough to eat with braces (and even sore teeth), and packed with healthy ingredients. Loaded Baked Potato Casserole 6 to 8 cups mashed potatoes (or try mashed cauliflower for a fun alternative)…
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