Dr. Normand Bach's Ortho Blog | Tips & Tricks from Your Orthodontist

Just about any orthodontist in the world will tell you that the ideal age for a first visit is around 8 years old. Of course, everyone’s different, and the estimate may vary from one case to another. Basically, treatment with braces may not be as effective if the patient has already stopped growing. And if […]

We’ve all been there. Thumb-sucking is a phenomenon born of instinct, forming a natural part of any child’s development. However, some children still feel the need to suck their thumb or a pacifier well beyond what many specialists consider to be the normal age. Are you the parent of a child who sucks their thumb […]

One of the first things you have to keep an eye on while undergoing an orthodontic treatment with braces or Invisalign is the food you eat. It’s important to avoid certain foods that could interfere with the success of your treatment. And the topic of food leads quite naturally to the topic of tooth brushing! […]

You may not see the connection between the two, but there definitely is one! This article is for anyone thinking about getting a tongue or lip piercing. If you’ve already done it, you may find some useful information here regarding your oral health! Understanding the risks Piercing entails introducing a foreign body—usually metallic—into the skin […]

Would you trust your general practitioner to perform open heart surgery? The answer is obvious! The vast majority of people visit their family doctor frequently and know how to tell the difference between a general practitioner and a specialist. However, we don’t always know how to choose between a general practitioner and a specialist in […]

Wearing braces or orthodontic appliances is very common these days. We all know someone, whether a friend or a family member, who has had them. But even though it’s a widespread practice that’s well- known to all, there’s still some false information going around about it. In this article, we’re going to bust some of […]