Toothbrush Timeline 3500 BC – 2014
3500 BC Back in 3500 BC Egyptians and Babylonians would chew on the ends of sticks until the fibers of the wood formed a brush which was then used to clean their teeth. Subsequently Miswak, branches of the Salvadora persica tree, was discovered. The Salvadora persica branches have healing and antiseptic qualities, and studies show […]
Maintain Your Beautiful Smile Post-Braces with Rentention
Caring for your smile does not stop when your braces are removed. Retention is a KEY componet of orthodontic treatment. Dr. Reynolds and her team at Crescent Orthodontics in South Lyon, MI, understand that many people do not realize the great importance of wearing retainers. Here are a few things we want our patients to […]
Questions Answered about Orthodontics for Children
Orthodontic treatments are very popular amongst children in South Lyon, MI. As a child develops, one of the first things that parents may begin to worry about is their oral health. We at Crescent Orthodontics are often questioned about what signs to look for to determine if a child may need orthodontic attention, and/or when […]
