Tooth enamel is the clear outer layer of the tooth. You can think of enamel as a tough eggshell protecting the soft part of the tooth inside, in fact, enamel is the hardest substance in the body. Dr. Anthony Farrow of Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA, stresses that damage to enamel is permanent and can…
Did you know that a traditional and delicious Thanksgiving Day meal incorporates all of the necessary nutrients to keep your teeth strong and healthy? We at Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA came up with a brief list of some of our favorite Thanksgiving foods that help to strengthen our teeth: Turkey is high in phosphorous,…
Dr. Anthony Farrow of Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA wants his patients to know that saliva is an important part of a healthy body. You make saliva when you chew—the harder you chew, the more saliva you make—and you may also find that you make saliva when you suck on sugar-free candy and cough drops. It is the clear,…
Openbites, underbites, overbites and deep overbites – Dr. Anthony Farrow of Farrow Orthodontics in Philadelphia, PA specializes in the correction of all four bites. Dr. Farrow encourages that these problems are treated early on because they can be corrected without surgery a lot of times. The fix requires braces, jaw surgery, special appliances and/or retainers.…
A typical human mouth contains billions of bacteria, and if you haven’t brushed your teeth lately, you might have more bacteria in your mouth right now than there are people living on planet Earth! Both humans and dogs have mouths that are full of bacteria, and both contain roughly the same number of bacteria. And…
Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. At Farrow Orthodontics, we want to get our patients aware of this important subject. Why is this type of celebration—and year-round attention to children’s dental health–important? Your Philadelphia orthodontist encourages developing good habits…
At Dr. Anthony Farrow Orthodontics, we have a top orthodontist who will give you the finest and most delicate care of your mouth in the Philadelphia area. If you live near Philadelphia, PA and looking to straighten your teeth and get that perfect smile, look no further than Dr. Anthony Farrow Orthodontics. Dr. Farrow is…
Brushing your teeth is an important part of your oral hygiene routine. For a healthy mouth and smile Dr. Anthony Farrow Orthodontics recommends you: Brush your teeth twice a day with a soft-bristled brush. The size and shape of your brush should fit your mouth allowing you to reach all areas easily. Replace your toothbrush…
With two locations in Philadelphia, Mt. Airy and Center City, Dr. Anthony Farrow understands that every patient, especially adult patients, has different orthodontic needs. This is why Dr. Farrow provides their Philadelphia patients, both those in Northwest Philadelphia and Downtown Philadelphia, looking for adult braces with several orthodontic treatment options including the innovative Invisalign System.…
While you’re busy making your list of New Year’s resolutions about saving more money and going to the gym, Dr. Anthony Farrow in Philadelphia suggests that you make a few for your teeth, too! Here are six resolutions that will help keep your smile healthy and bright for 2014. 1) Floss every day – As the saying…