“Every summer when school’s out, I start to feel stressed,” a working mom shared. “I can’t take time off work,… Read More »
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Every summer, I like to sit down with my child and make a simple summer plan together. We decide on… Read More »
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Summer break is just around the corner! Every year, I set aside a little time to take my child on… Read More »
Last weekend in Michigan, Maria took her 9-year-old son Leo to the park. She expected him to sit in the… Read More »
A Real-Life Story It was the first week of summer break. 9-year-old Emma spent her days scrolling through videos on… Read More »
Real-life Story:Emma, a 10-year-old girl, was recently told by her dentist that she needed braces due to crowded teeth. But… Read More »
These days, more and more children begin orthodontic treatment during their elementary or middle school years. Braces help align teeth… Read More »
Not long ago, Emma’s mom posted a message in our parenting group:"My daughter just got her braces a few days… Read More »
When Lisa’s 10-year-old son Jake was told he might need braces, her first question was: “How long is this going… Read More »
A Parent’s Guide to Getting Ready for Braces A Real-Life Story:Nine-year-old Jack had front teeth that stuck out a little.… Read More »
Case Introduction: Little Lily is a lively and cheerful 7-year-old girl. Her mom noticed that Lily’s upper teeth were sticking… Read More »
A Real-Life Story Emma, a 13-year-old middle schooler, had just gotten her braces. That evening, while trying to eat dinner,… Read More »
Emma, age 10, had crowded front teeth and a slight overbite. Her parents weren’t sure which braces would work best—metal,… Read More »
Real-Life Story: Lynn is six years old. Her mom noticed her lower jaw was sticking out a bit, and she… Read More »
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Basics: What is Ortho-K? Ortho-K lenses are custom-made, rigid contact lenses that work while you sleep. They reshape the cornea… Read More »
8-year-old Tom was recently diagnosed with myopia. The doctor recommended a special type of glasses called “defocus glasses,” saying they… Read More »