posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more

posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

Choosing clear aligners was a great decision on your part! Straight teeth and a healthy bite? Subtle, almost invisible aligners? 3D technology custom-designed just for you? All the positives we’ve Read more

posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

While mouthwash goes a long way in improving your oral care, it is not a substitute for flossing. Mouthwashes and flossing provide different benefits that you should understand. Mouthwash Benefits Mouthwash comes Read more

posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

The electronic toothbrush has undergone several technological advances since the 1960s. Everything from design and bristle motions to rotation, oscillation, and sonic vibration has led to dramatic changes in this Read more

posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

If you’re heading back to classes in the next few weeks, you’re probably getting your gear together now. So let’s talk about some of the items you can pack to Read more

posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more

posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

Now that you’re a teenager, you have a lot more responsibility and independence. Choosing high school classes and electives. Getting a driver’s license. Landing your first job. And those new Read more

posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Your dashboard lights up when your car needs an oil change. Your family smoke detector beeps when you need to switch out the batteries. But when it’s time to replace Read more

posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more

posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

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 Read more

posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

How long? Well, a beautiful smile is both science and art—proper teeth and jaw alignment united with aesthetically pleasing results. Orthodontists achieve both these outcomes with a careful analysis of Read more

posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Modern orthodontic technology has changed the way you wear braces. Brackets are smaller and come in a variety of shapes and colors. Wires are more efficient. Clear aligners can eliminate Read more

posted: Jun. 02, 2021.

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If you are looking to get braces, Dr. Mark Allen can help you get the straight smile you want. Read more

posted: Oct. 24, 2019.

With the ability to both resolve several dental problems as well as improve the look of your smile, orthodontic treatments provide a number of benefits to patients. Read on to learn what your orthodontist can do for you! Read more