The holiday season is upon us again. Where did the year go? At Richard E. Boyd Orthodontics in Columbia SC we would like to share some stocking stuffer ideas to consider for patients of all ages wearing braces. Instead of candy and sweets that can bend wires and knock off brackets during holiday festivities, give something more suitable
Many parents aren’t getting the message that sugary drinks, other than soda, are not healthy alternatives for your kids. As orthodontic treatment providers, we are not only concerned the added sugar is unhealthy in our kids diets, the drinks also promote decalcification or permanent white marks around brackets if patients are not brushing or rinsing their mouths after
All of us here at the orthodontic offices of Richard E. Boyd DMD MS have heard the expression “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Taking this to heart can make our teeth stronger and brighter if we eat the right foods to support that healthy smile.
Here at the Orthodontic office of Dr. Richard E. Boyd DMD MS in Columbia SC, we know that orthodontics may seem a bit daunting to understand for many but with the 2015-16 school season closing in, now is the best time to learn what some call the “ABC’s of Orthodontics.” Simply put, “A” is for age, “B” is
When one thinks of style trends braces are typically NOT the first things that come to mind. Leave it to some of the world’s most well-known models to make, an otherwise undesirable beauty treatment, a popular fashion trend since last Spring. No reason to run to the latest “smile fixers” such as veneers when a classic technique is
We dug up some interesting information about different types if species and their teeth we thought everyone might enjoy reading on our blog at Richard E. Boyd DMD MS. Thanks for visiting our blog and enjoy the post. Feel free to share it with your friends in Columbia SC. Elephants: Did you know their tusks are overgrown incisors
Many consumers are confused why they should choose an orthodontist in the Columbia SC area at the orthodontic practice of Richard E. Boyd DMD MS s vs a general dentist or pedodontist to straighten their teeth with braces or Invisalign. Plain and Simple… the answer is experience and training.
Orthodontics can help children, teens, and adults of all ages look better throughout their lifetime. Adults today are much more aware than in the past of the importance of creating and maintaining a beautiful smile. With longer life expectancy, a healthy, beautiful smile is as important at age 70 as it is at age 16. Orthodontist Richard E.
The ongoing controversy about too much fluoride in our drinking water has finally resulted in the US department of Health and Human Resources (HHS) lowering the recommended level of fluoride in community drinking water. This was announced April 27, 2015 in a news release.
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Looking for an orthodontist near me in Columbia, SC? Orthodontist Dr. Mallory Scott specializes in orthodontic treatment which includes early orthodontic treatment for children, orthodontic treatment for teens, and adult orthodontics with braces. When considering the cost of braces, the cost of Invisalign, and the time it takes to create your new smile, your choice of treatment provider matters.