Teeth erupt crookedly for a number of reasons that range from genetics to mouth deformities and serious oral diseases. When extra teeth or abnormally large teeth create a malocclusion (crookedness or misplacement of teeth), the culprit is usually genetic in nature. Other inherited traits involve jaws that are too small to accommodate a full set…
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Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. Dr. Vaughn Johnson and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth and gums, and what steps you can take to continue enjoying these foods, even when you’re dieting. When you begin to substitute empty calories…
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Congratulations! You have made the decision to get orthodontic treatment at our Durango, Bayfield, or Pagosa Springs office. Now it’s time to choose among your various appliance options. Traditional metal brackets and wires, lingual braces, a series of aligners—they all have positives to recommend them. And for some people, ceramic braces are the clear favorite.…
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Now that you have braces, it is more important than ever to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment, as Dr. Vaughn Johnson will tell you. While we trust you will continue brushing and flossing on a regular basis throughout your treatment at Vaughn Johnson Orthodontics, you also have to mindful of what you eat.…
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