Wigal Orthodontics of Columbus Blog

Metal Mouth Myths: Separating 5 Braces Facts from Fiction

January 31, 2025

Patient smiling with metal braces.

Orthodontics can make all the difference for your smile, correcting alignment and jaw issues that can create bigger dental problems down the road. If you’re considering metal braces for yourself or your child, you might’ve heard some less-than-encouraging myths (and maybe some silly ones). Continue reading to set the record straight and bust some popular misconceptions about metal braces once and for all!

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What Should I Do If I Break My Braces?

January 16, 2025

A closeup of a mouth with a loose braces bracket.

Having working orthodontic equipment is essential to successful treatment, but sometimes accidents happen, and your braces may become damaged. If you have a loose or missing bracket, here’s what you should do next, and why timely repairs are so important to your treatment!

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6 Noteworthy Benefits of Invisalign Outside of Appearance

December 4, 2024

Dentist and couple talking in dental office.

You, like many others, may be considering Invisalign because the aligners are far more aesthetically pleasing than metal brackets and wires. While that’s certainly a noteworthy perk, it’s not the only one! Below, you’ll find six benefits of Invisalign that have nothing to do with aesthetics!

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