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Orthodontic Treatments

August 21st, 2018

It’s not unusual for a patient to be unaware of the range of services that orthodontists can provide for their patients. Knowing which services Dr. McClure and our team perform can help you better understand your options and why we might select a particular method of treatment. Both orthodontists and dentists care about good oral…
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Braces: Not just for kids anymore

August 14th, 2018

Despite the common assumption that braces are for kids, more and more adults are choosing to pursue orthodontics to correct their smiles. Just hearing the word “braces” and picturing a mouth full of metal can cause many grownups to hesitate about getting treatment for a straighter smile. We’re here to give you the information you…
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Make Your Braces Bands Work for You!

August 7th, 2018

Well, of course, they already are working for you—as an essential part of the alignment process. Rubber bands, also known as elastic ligatures, are used to secure the wires inside your brackets. But bands can be more than functional. Since the ligatures around each bracket are replaced when you visit our office, why not use…
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Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen® Make You Smile

July 31st, 2018

Many adults and teens in our Raleigh, Cary, Garner or Wendell, NC office would love to have their teeth straightened but are unwilling to go through the long and often embarrassing process of wearing traditional metal braces. Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen® clear aligners offer the perfect solution: They’re the most advanced clear aligner systems in…
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