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Blown Away by Bad Breath…in Columbia and Lugoff SC?

At Dr. Richard E. Boyd Orthodontics we understand that bad breath can be a big turn off for most people, especially those that are image-conscious. It is also very annoying for people who deal with the problem. How can you tell if you have bad breath? What is the cause of bad breath Is there any way to

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Happy New Year From Dr. Richard Boyd in Columbia SC

This year, Dr Richard Boyd, Dr. Groves, and their team renew their New Year’s resolution to make sure our patients wearing braces and Invisalign and their families receive the best quality orthodontic care and customer service available in Columbia SC. This includes connecting you with the latest chatter from actual orthodontic patients experiencing the different stages of treatment

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How Affective Is a WaterPix When Wearing Braces?

Good dental care with routine maintenance can be costly, especially if you don’t have dental insurance. The American Dental Association (ADA) and the team at Richard E. Boyd Orthodontics recommends you see your dentist twice a year for regular checkups and cleanings. If you take good care of your teeth on a regular basis with proper brushing and

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A Question of Missing Teeth

Missing permanent teeth or premature loss of baby teeth is one reason why the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends an orthodontic consultation for children beginning at age 7. The upper lateral incisors, second premolars and third molars (wisdom teeth) are the teeth most likely to fail to develop or erupt. Heredity is considered a major factor when

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Handling Out of Town Emergencies

School is out in most parts of the country and summer vacation will soon be here. Do you know what to do if you have an orthodontic emergency while you are out of town, on vacation, or away at camp? Here are some tips from Dr. Richard Boyd Orthodontics. Fortunately, most problems with your braces don’t qualify as

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