Fry Orthodontics Blog

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Welcome to the Fry Orthodontics blog, where we answer your questions and provide information about orthodontics and oral health.

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Modern Braces

Orthodontic braces weren’t invented until the early 1800’s, but people have been trying to artificially straighten teeth for a much longer time. Several mummified remains around Egypt show evidence of the earliest kind of “braces”: catgut cords wrapped around and along teeth, much like modern orthodontic wire is used today. Even pharaohs wanted to improve […]

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Nutrition & Oral Health

Eating a well-balanced diet is an important part of healthy living and is crucial for maintaining your oral health and preventing tooth decay and gum disease. Here are some tips for making nutritious choices for a healthy smile. Helpful, Healthy Minerals The first line of defense for your teeth against tooth decay and cavities is […]

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Does Having Invisalign Mean I Need to Watch What I Eat?

Have you been tossing around the idea of getting Invisalign treatment, but are afraid you will have to watch what you eat? You will be excited to know that you do not have to restrict what you eat or drink if you have Invisalign. The aligners are designed to be removed each time you eat or […]

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Give em’ the FRY Pickle – Inspired by Bob Farrell

One of our main goals at Fry Orthodontics is making sure our team members provide exceptional customer service to each and every one of our patients. We based our business not on providing braces, but rather serving our communities. We do this by creating beautiful smiles that allow our patients to have confident smiles at […]

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When Do Children Lose Their Baby Teeth?

At what age should the first baby tooth be lost? When should the last one fall out? Is there a predictable order? The first baby teeth (also known as primary teeth) to come in are usually the lower central incisors around the age of six months. The last baby teeth to show up are the […]

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