Earth Day

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Earth Day celebration took place on April 22, 1970, and a surprising 20 million people participated on that day. Ultimately, it became the largest organized [...]

2017-05-23T09:20:12-07:00April 22nd, 2014|

Orthodontics: Lingual braces vs. clear aligners

Orthodontic braces have been around for more than a century and have continually evolved over that time. Today’s braces are more discreet than ever, producing excellent results without being overly obvious during the corrective phase. If you are in search of an aesthetically appealing way of straightening your teeth, Dr. Suzanne Cziraki and our team [...]

2023-08-08T16:00:27-07:00April 15th, 2014|

Braces-Friendly Recipe: Breakfast

Kids can be picky eaters. How many times have you seen your child try to hide the peas under a mound of mashed potatoes? At Clear Advantage Dental & Orthodontic Clinic, Dr. Suzanne Cziraki and our team understand how hard it can be to get your child to eat the recommended daily allowance of fruits [...]

2017-05-23T09:20:12-07:00April 8th, 2014|

Play it Safe this Spring

It's springtime and it's again time to remind our patients at Clear Advantage Dental & Orthodontic Clinic to protect their faces and pearly whites while out on the field playing sports. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes, and adults have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events annually [...]

2020-01-09T13:24:24-08:00April 1st, 2014|

Foods that are Safe for Braces

Orthodontic braces are used to straighten the teeth, which not only creates a more pleasing appearance, but also helps prevent tooth decay and other oral health problems. Braces are only effective when they are properly cared for, however. Certain foods, for example, are better suited for individuals who have braces, as opposed to hard and [...]

2017-05-23T09:20:12-07:00March 25th, 2014|

How do I know if I need braces?

Perhaps you feel your teeth are not perfectly straight, or you think your bite could be adjusted. It’s quite possible that braces and other orthodontic treatments might be the right choice for you. As orthodontic professionals, our team at Clear Advantage Dental & Orthodontic Clinic works with your general dentist in order to determine the [...]

2023-08-08T16:02:23-07:00March 18th, 2014|

Your Five-Step Guide to Preventing Tooth Decay While Wearing Braces

If you’re wearing braces, then you know they are working hard to straighten your teeth. However, those hard-working braces are also preventing you from easily cleaning your teeth. It is essential that you put some extra attention into preventing tooth decay while wearing your braces. When your braces are finally removed by Dr. Suzanne Cziraki, [...]

2017-05-23T09:20:14-07:00March 4th, 2014|

Fluoride and Your Orthodontic Treatment

Our team at Clear Advantage Dental & Orthodontic Clinic knows that there are many ways you can protect your pearly whites throughout your orthodontic treatment. If you follow the rules and brush your teeth twice a day, floss often, and protect your appliances from damage, you should have a successful treatment. But did you know [...]

2017-05-23T09:20:15-07:00February 18th, 2014|

How long does orthodontic treatment take?

The dental procedures that focus on the correction of alignment and bite are known as orthodontic care. With the aid of braces, aligners, retainers, brackets, and similar appliances, orthodontic treatment can correct oral disorders such as protruding teeth, crowding, difficulty biting or chewing, and speech issues. Seeking orthodontic treatment at Clear Advantage Dental & Orthodontic [...]

2017-05-23T09:20:15-07:00February 4th, 2014|

Permanent or Removable Retainers: Which is right for you?

When the time comes for Dr. Suzanne Cziraki to remove your braces, it is very exciting. Unfortunately, it can be somewhat confusing, too, because you are faced with choosing between two kinds of retainers. Should you go with permanent, removable, or a combination of the two? It is always wise to follow Clear Advantage Dental [...]

2017-05-23T09:20:15-07:00January 21st, 2014|