How to Decide If Invisalign Is Right for You

The staff at Crescent Orthodontics in Oakland County, Michigan, works closely with clients to help them determine which orthodontics procedure will get them the best results. With the development of advanced orthodontic procedures, including Invisalign aligners, more and more adults are discovering that braces aren’t just for teenagers. Although adults often shy away from metal […]

Tips on Choosing an Orthodontist in Oakland County

Dr. Ashley Reynolds - Crescent Orthodontics - South Lyon MI

Orthodontists do more than cosmetic work, because crooked or crowded teeth, overbites and underbites often lead to gum disease, tooth decay and even tooth loss. Do you need help finding a top orthodontist in Oakland County, Michigan? General dentists often perform minor orthodontic treatments. Orthodontists like the team at Crescent Orthodontics are dental specialists. They […]

How Dairy Can Benefit Your Oral Health

Is dairy a regular part of your diet? If not, it should be provided that you are not lactose intolerant. 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 […]

Tis the Season to Promote Good Oral Hygiene!!

With the holidays right around the corner, Dr. Ashley L. Reynolds of Crescent Orthodontics in South Lyon, MI, reminds you to keep in mind your and your family’s dental health. Oral hygiene aids make great stocking stuffers! Creative ideas can make maintaining good oral health fun with things like cupcake flavored dental floss, or with […]

Tips to Help Minimize White Spots While Wearing Braces

Every orthodontic patient with braces in South Lyon, MI, looks forward to the day their braces are removed and they can see their beautiful, unhindered smile! Unfortunately for some patients, there are white spots outlining the area where their braces once were. These white spots are known as demineralization and are a result of poor […]

Braces Are off, Time for Retainers!!!!

When it is time for your braces to be removed at Crescent Orthodontics in South Lyon, MI, the next step is a retainer! Retainers are used to hold the teeth in their beautiful new positions. Removable Retainers Removable retainers are very easy to use and care for and make brushing and flossing easier and more […]