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Trust us when we say Dr. Jensen and our staff know there are quite a few myths about orthodontics (and orthodontists) floating around these days. But before you buy into those myths, we think you should get the facts! Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists set the record straight (no pun intended) and…
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Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call us. Here are some early warning signs indicating it’s time to check in with us:1. Early or late loss of baby teeth2. Difficulty of chewing or biting3. Mouth breathing4. Finger sucking or other oral…
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With summer in full swing, some of us at Dr. Jensen's office wanted to remind all our patients about the importance of reading. Sure it’s easy to keep putting off reading this time of year, but reading during the summer is a vital step in brain development and warding off the dreaded “summer slide.” Plus,…
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People have been brushing their teeth for thousands of years! In fact, the first “toothbrush” was created around 3000BC! Ancient civilizations used a thin twig with a frayed edge to rub against their teeth for cleaning.The first toothbrush with bristles – similar to today’s toothbrushes – was invented in 1498 in China. Brushes were made…
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