The achievement of completing your orthodontic journey is an awe-inspiring moment, unveiling a dazzling smile that radiates confidence. But what happens next? How do you ensure your teeth stay put in their new perfect positions? Enter retainers—the unsung heroes of orthodontic treatment. Keep reading to…
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Many young patients aren’t thrilled about the idea of wearing traditional braces. At Rapids Orthodontics, we offer Invisalign clear aligners as a far less noticeable and more flexible way for…
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Bite basics: The difference between open bite, overbite, and crossbite Have you been told that you have a “bad” bite? Open bites, overbites, and crossbites are all different types of…
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We treat patients of all ages, but teenagers are the most common here at Rapids Orthodontics. Your child’s teenage years are a time of rapid growth and change, making it an ideal time to…
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We’d love to say that you can’t put a price on a beautiful, healthy smile–but the reality is that financial considerations are a big deciding factor for patients considering orthodontic…
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While the team at Rapids Orthodontics recommends avoiding sugary, sticky foods that can damage orthodontic appliances and leave cavity-causing bacteria on your teeth, we understand that Halloween…
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Once you make the (very smart) decision to get orthodontic treatment, you may wonder what comes next. Taking care of your appliance, teeth and gums throughout treatment is essential for a healthy…
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Invisalign clear aligner treatments have exploded in popularity, and for good reason! Invisalign treatment is highly effective for both minor and complex smile transformations, with some additional…
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It’s hard to deny what having a great smile can do for your confidence, your mood, and the image you project to others. Smiles just make the world better! If you dream of tweaking your imperfect…
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Tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams. Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo. Basketball star Dwight Howard. And a particularly well-known football star, especially in Wisconsin–Green Bay Packers…
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If you have anxiety and questions about how orthodontic treatment would impact your life, you’re not alone. For some, fear of the unknown outweighs the desire to fix their smile – we think…
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Transform your smile (and your life) with orthodontic treatment Don’t judge a book by its cover. In a perfect world, everyone would adhere to this advice, and appearance would have no impact on…
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Installing new tile in your bathroom. Changing the oil in your car. Fixing a leaky faucet. Do-it-yourself projects can be a wonderful experience, leaving you with a sense of accomplishment and…
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Fact: every orthodontist you meet respects dentists. In fact, every orthodontist is a dentist–but not every dentist is an orthodontist. While dentists focus on the critical ongoing care…
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Tooth fairy visits and the cute grin with missing front teeth that appeared in your child’s elementary school photos? These were precursors for an important developmental milestone that’s…
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“You need braces.” Whether you’re the parent of a child or teenager hearing this news from your orthodontist, or an adult who’s finally made the (excellent) decision to correct your smile…
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Here comes the…braces?! We all experience many milestone events in our lifetime, but few are more significant (or involve more picture-taking) than your wedding day. Whether you are a young bride…
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Give up gummy bears? Put away the popcorn? No more nuts? If you’re thinking about getting braces or have already made the decision to improve your smile (kudos to you!), you likely have concerns…
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A smile sounds like such a simple thing, but it’s amazing how much power it has. A smile can brighten your day. When in a room full of strangers, a smile can instantly help you feel at ease. And…
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As a child, a grin with missing front teeth or a crooked smile only adds to our cute charm. Face it, we’re adorable! It isn’t until later in life, when we start feeling self-conscious about our…
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Dentists and orthodontists: What’s the difference? In healthcare, it’s pretty easy to distinguish between what a heart surgeon does as compared to a pediatrician; however, people aren’t quite…
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It’s never too late to improve your confidence and self-esteem by correcting crooked, crowded, or spaced-apart teeth! And oftentimes for adults, problems that extend far beyond cosmetic concerns…
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Braces…a teenage rite of passage. After all, the teen years are difficult enough without having to face them with a less than perfect smile. Braces for teens ensure not only a lifetime of…
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Parents want healthy, beautiful smiles for their children, and they often ask us, “When should my kids get braces?” While the answer to that question is unique to each child, an initial…
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Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. The overall health, wellness, and beauty of your smile is a critical piece of your overall wellbeing—both physical and mental…
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Dr. Michael O’Leary of O’Leary Orthodontics will retire in June, after 42 years of practicing orthodontics in Wisconsin Rapids. O’Leary will be greatly missed, as he has enriched the lives of…
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We are excited to announce that our office has just re-opened, and we are working diligently to schedule appointments to check on the progress our patients have been making in their orthodontic…
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The safety and comfort of our patients and staff is our top priority at Rapids Orthodontics. Our clinic stays on the leading edge of dentistry and orthodontics and incorporates advanced safety…
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