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Have you ever seen kids who seem too young to have braces? Look closely and you’ll discover they aren’t sporting a full mouth of metal – they’re only wearing brackets on their front teeth. This is because of their rapid palatal expander (RPE). This orthodontic tool is a common part of Phase 1 orthodontics, which … Read more
Orthodontic patients who wear conventional metal braces find themselves with a dilemma when Halloween season arrives. Food restrictions are part of the treatment – you can’t eat anything potentially damaging to brackets and archwires. Halloween, though, is just one night. Surely the rules can bend just a little? Not so much. Find out how Halloween … Read more
Every orthodontic patient must wear a retainer at the end of treatment. It doesn’t matter if you have metal braces or Invisalign, a retainer is non-negotiable. After months and years of being at the mercy of the hardware or aligners on your teeth, it’s amazing to feel the freedom of being completely done with orthodontic … Read more
From one school year to the next, a child’s height can skyrocket, their appearance transforms, and plenty of kids suddenly sport braces or Invisalign. When it comes time to tend to orthodontics during school hours, parents need to arm their tweens and teens with the supplies and confidence they need to make it through every … Read more
Teenagers often don’t get enough credit. They can be responsible, capable, and conscientious, and rise above the stereotypes of their demographic, especially when the outcome from working hard serves them well. In the case of Invisalign Teen, many young patients have even greater success than adults. Motivation 101 Teenagers don’t like to draw attention to … Read more
Many young orthodontic patients struggle with the idea of braces. As tweens and teens, they already feel awkward about their appearance and envisioning brackets and wires on their teeth doesn’t always help. Adult patients can also feel self-conscious – they no longer want their misaligned or crooked teeth but they are also reluctant to make … Read more
Most people have options when it comes to the types of braces they are eligible to get. Unless your misalignment or bite are incredibly severe, it’s often possible to choose between two or more treatments and select the orthodontics that are right for your comfort level, budget, and preferred aesthetics. Your orthodontist will guide you … Read more
Whether you are a teenager about to get braces or whether you are the parent of an orthodontic patient, it’s time to find out how to adjust to life with braces thanks to brackets and wires. The changes aren’t as bad as you think, but there are some important lifestyle edits that need to be … Read more
When your child’s dentist recommends a visit to an orthodontist, it’s a good idea to listen. Orthodontic evaluations are recommended by age 7 or 8 for every child, but especially for a kid whose dentist says, “It’s time.” They have clearly seen something that could use early orthodontic treatment. What to Expect at an Orthodontic … Read more
Retainers are an essential part of orthodontic treatment. No matter what kind of braces or Invisalign you wear on your teeth, at the end of the journey you will be fitted with a customized retainer. The retainer has one important job – keep those newly straightened teeth in place, permanently. If that isn’t enough reason … Read more
Dr. Mariana Orthodontics
770 West Main Street
Monroe, WA 98272
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Dr. Mariana Orthodontics
770 West Main Street
Monroe, WA 98272
(360) 805-0900
Office Hours
Monday 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday, Saturday, Sunday - Closed
Closed alternating Thursdays.
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