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Ortho Insights
At Mint Orthodontics, we specialize in diagnosing and treating a range of orthodontic conditions to help you achieve a healthier, straighter smile.
The Ultimate Weekend Survival Guide: Navigating Local Twin Cities Farmers Markets with Braces
How to enjoy the Twin Cities food scene, local farmers markets, and food trucks while keeping your treatment flawlessly on track. Summer weekends in Minnesota are precious. After months of waiting for patio season, we all want to make the most of every sunny day....
The Ortho “Ick” List: 5 Things Your Smile Will Thank You for Quitting
We want to make sure your child (or you!) gets the best treatment possible here at Mint Orthodontics. So let’s get into some of the things that give us (and your teeth) the ick: Using Your Teeth as Tools This is not a Sabrina Carpenter song… but please, please, please...
The Goo is Long Gone: Why Mint Orthodontics Uses 3D Digital Scanning
Do you remember the days of sitting in the orthodontic chair, watching the dental assistant whip up that mysterious purple goop, then having it sit in your mouth for what felt like an eternity? Hoping it wouldn’t trigger your gag reflex or slide down your...
Frequently asked questions
Will Invisalign affect my speech?
Most patients will initially find that Invisalign aligners can cause a tiny lisp when first speaking. But this is usually only temporary and will correct itself within a few days as you become accustomed to routinely wearing the aligners. Then you can get back to talking as normal!
Do I still need to visit my dentist during treatment?
Yes, visiting your dentist is as important as ever. Your orthodontist and dentist are working together to create your beautiful, healthy smile. It’s important that you still receive professional dental cleanings every 6 months, or as often as your dentist recommends.
Maintaining good oral health throughout your braces treatment is essential for achieving the best results from your orthodontic treatment, and your dentist plays a key role in that.
What about braces for adults?
Braces can be a good option too, especially if it will be difficult to straighten your teeth or fix your bite. Mint Orthodontics is the largest provider of LightForce braces in the United States. These high-tech braces for adults are clear braces that are 3D printed for your teeth making treatment more inconspicuous and more comfortable than ever before. Lightforce braces also enable you to have fewer appointments and are one of the quickest ways to straighten teeth.
Can I still play sports or musical instruments with braces?
Absolutely! To protect your teeth and braces during sports, wear a mouthguard. As for musical instruments, there might be a short adjustment period, but you’ll be back to playing your favorite tunes in no time.
How do I care for my aligners?
With Invisalign, you can remove the trays to eat, brush, and floss without restriction, allowing you to move through your daily and oral hygiene routine seamlessly.
However, cleaning your Invisalign trays after removing them is an extra step that you will want to take. Each time you take them off, use your toothbrush to gently scrub them, making sure you’re rinsing them in lukewarm water. Also, brush and floss your teeth before putting your aligners back on to ensure you’re not trapping particles between your teeth and the aligners.
Additionally, when not wearing your aligners, be sure to store them in the case we give you at the start of treatment.
Orthodontics is for everyone.
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