Stay Educated with Dr. Lee's Monthly Orthodontic Blog

 

On a monthly basis, Dr. Lee wants to keep our patients informed of all things orthodontic and dentistry related. That's why we've created this blog section. We believe dental education is very important and learning something new will only increase your oral and dental care.

 

If you have any questions, please give Dr. Lee a call at (858) 481-1771 and we'll be happy to help!

 

 

2026 Topics

• Ortho Tips for the Fall Season

• Understanding Orthodontic Jaw Surgery

• How to Handle a Braces Emergency

• Protect Your Smile During Athletic Activities

• Best Foods to Eat While Wearing Braces

• Enjoying Sweets with Braces

• Braces Care Tips for a Healthy, Beautiful Smile

 

2025 Topics

• A Smooth Start at School with Braces

• Braces May Change Your Speech, but Not for Long

• How Orthodontics Improve Your Overall Health

• Getting and Removing Braces

• Spring Cleaning Your Braces

• Healthy Gums & Braces

• Long Term Benefits of Orthodontics

• What to Do with Broken Braces

 

2024 Topics

• Jaw Surgery and Orthodontics

• What to Expect During Your Visit

• Impact of Pacifiers and Thumb Sucking

• How to Address Accidents with Braces

• Summer Smiles During Vacation

• Vital Role of Retainers

• Why Snacking Spells Trouble for Braces

• The Crucial Role of Orthodontic Visits

• Nurture Young Smiles with Orthodontics

• Halloween Tricks for a Healthy Smile

• Braces Tips for Thanksgiving

 

2023 Topics

• Embrace Your Smile in the New Year

• Thanksgiving Meals with Braces

• Unlocking the Hidden Benefits of Adult Orthodontic Treatment

• Braces Care During the School Year

• Significance of Early Treatment

• Caring for Braces on Vacation

• Summer Delights: Safe Foods to Enjoy with Braces

• Taking Care of Braces

• What to Eat with Braces

• What is Plaque and Why It's Harmful

• How to Easily Get Into the Flossing Habit

• Why Biannual Dental Visits are Essential

 

2022 Topics

• Easy Toothbrushing Techniques

• Overcome Dental Anxiety

• Spooky Tips for Braces

• Why Visit an Orthodontist Over a Dentist

• Does Tongue Scraping Improve Dental Hygiene?

• Must Have Items to Clean Braces

• Has Your Smile Changed?

• Make Your Smile Sparkle

• Fight Back Against Braces Myths!

• Accidents with Your Braces

• Age and Orthodontics

• Regular Cleaning vs. Deep Cleaning: What Do You Need?

 

2021 Topics

• Common Tooth Brushing Mistakes

• How to Address Broken Brackets

• Celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month

• How to Get Kids to Brush Their Teeth

• Summer Dental Tips on the Go

• Benefits of Orthodontics for All Ages

• Examine Oral Cancer During Awareness Month

• How to Create Your New Years' Smile

• Top Dental Tips for the Holidays

• Oral Health Care for Adults

• Importance of Choosing an Emergency Dentist

• How to Avoid Snacking

 

2020 Topics

• Tips for Better Oral Hygiene

• Flossing 101: Tips from the Pros

• Summer Foods for Healthy Teeth

• Invisalign Benefits for Your Smile

• Keep Your Teeth Healthy

• Maintain Your Dental Routine at Home

• Help Your Child Smile for a Lifetime

• New Year, New Smile! This Year's Smile Goals

• Dental Habits to Break in the New Year

• Dental Ups and Downs on Thanksgiving Meals

• Tips for a Healthy Smile This Halloween

• Identify and Prevent Cavities

 

2019 Topics

• Back-to-School Dental Visits

• Popular Foods that Stain Your Teeth

• Dangerous Dental Habits

• Share the Dangers on No Tobacco Day

• Oral Cancer Awareness Month

• Why Nutrition is Important for Your Teeth

• Your Child's Smile

• How Exercise Affects Your Smile

• Working for a New Year's Smile

• Ways to Make Your Holiday Meals Smile-Friendly

• Ways to Protect Your Teeth on Halloween

• Common Dental Injuries in Sports

 

2018 Topics

• Brushing Habits to Break

• Prepare Your Smile for Vacation

• Men's Oral Health Awareness

• Maintain Dental Care on Vacation

• April is National Facial Protection Month

• Foods that can Brighten Your Smile

• Share the Importance of Children's Dental Health Month

• Why You Should Avoid Snacks

• New Year, New You, New Smile

• Don't Let Holiday Meals Break Down Your Smile

• Avoid a Spooky Smile from Your Halloween Costume

• Taking Care of Your Braces

 

2017 Topics

• Common Brushing Mistakes

• Smile Easier with Invisalign

• History of Orthodontics