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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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We are proud to announce that Dr. Douglas Barden has once again been listed as a TOP Dentist in the field of Orthodontics by Milwaukee Magazine. This award is based on reviews from other dentists and recognizes his expertise in orthodontics. Dr. Barden takes pride in providing his patients with the best orthodontic treatment possible.…
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Congratulations you have braces and are on your way to a healthy, beautiful smile! For your orthodontic treatment to be most effective, and stay on schedule, it is important that you follow Dr. Barden's instructions and take care of your orthodontic appliances. Breaking your brackets, arch wires, and other orthodontic appliances will slow down your treatment…
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Are you concerned about grinding teeth and jaw pain? Grinding or clenching teeth is also known as bruxism. Grinding is sliding teeth back and forth over each other. Clenching is when you hold your top and bottom teeth tightly together. Both grinding and clenching can damage teeth and cause facial or jaw pain. Symptoms of…
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