• Happy Labor Day!
    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
  • Five “Don’ts” When You Wear Aligners
    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
  • Can I use mouthwash instead of flossing?
    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
  • Pick the right electric toothbrush!
    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
  • Heading Back to School? Save Some Room in Your Backpack!
    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
  • Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
    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
  • Taking Charge of Your Dental Health
    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
  • Five Clues That It’s Time to Replace Your Toothbrush
    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
  • Tell us about your summer!
    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
  • 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 Read more
  • How Long Will I Wear My Braces?
    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
  • Digital X-rays
    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
  • Is Invisalign Right For You?
    Find out what makes someone an ideal candidate for Invisalign treatment. When you put the health of your smile first, amazing things happen. If you have a crooked or gapping smile, Read more
  • Caring for Your Smile While You Have Braces
    When you have braces, you have to take a little extra care of your smile to keep your teeth healthy. Fortunately, Dr. Mark Allen of Allen & Allen Orthodontics in Read more
  • Your Orthodontic Options
    If you are looking to get braces, Dr. Mark Allen can help you get the straight smile you want. Read more
  • The Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment
    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

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