Fluoride strengthens our teeth and helps us maintain good oral health which is why Dr. Anthony Farrow of Farrow Orthodontics near Glenside, PA encourages patients to maintain some type of fluoride intake, especially if they have braces. However, as more people turn to bottled water and away from the tap, they may be missing out…
The discouraging connotation surrounding braces that implies that they’re solely for kids and teens has kept the idea of adult orthodontic treatment on the outskirts of many adult’s minds in Philadelphia, PA. Invisalign®, however, is becoming increasingly popular within the adult demographic, and at Farrow Orthodontics we encourage adult orthodontic treatment. Here are a few…
Out with the Old, Keep Your Braces Sparkling Clean with the New Dr. Anthony Farrow of Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA recommends that his patients replace their toothbrush every 3 months, when there is noticeable wear, or when they have an illness, and what’s cooler than recycling your old toothbrush by making a toothbrush bracelet?…
Dr. Anthony Farrow wants to know if dairy is a part of your diet. If not, it should be! According to the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), regular consumption of dairy products such as milk, cheese and yogurt can actually lower your chances of contracting periodontal disease (gum disease). Gum disease is caused by a…
The everyday brace wearer in Philadelphia, PA looks forward to the day their braces are removed and they can see their beautiful, unhindered smile! But for some, white spots surround the area where their braces once were. These white spots are known as demineralization and can happen to anyone, even people who don’t wear braces.…
Are you avoiding Valentine’s Day again this year because you are in need of orthodontic treatment and metal brackets and wires is not exactly what you had in mind when thinking about a romantic goodnight kiss? As an alternative to traditional metal braces, many of our patients at Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA are straightening…
Nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement or boredom. Experts say that about thirty percent of children and fifteen percent of adults are nail biters, however most will stop chewing their nails by the time they turn thirty. Here are four dental and general reasons to…
When the day finally comes for you to get your braces removed at Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA the next step is a retainer! Retainers are used to hold the teeth in their new positions, and are either removable or permanent. Removable retainers are fairly easy to use and care for, and they make brushing and flossing…
Caring for your smile does not stop when your braces are removed. Retention is a KEY component of orthodontic treatment. Dr. Anthony Farrow and his team at Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA, understand that many people do not realize the great importance of wearing retainers. Here are a few things we want our patients to keep…
While piercing the tongue, lip or cheek may be attractive to some, we at Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA want to enlighten you on the dental health risks associated with oral piercings including infections, gum disease, damage to teeth and difficulties in daily oral functions. Infections. Between the wound created by the piercing, the vast…