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Safety of Dental X-Ray Radiation

March 4th, 2020

We all want to live our healthiest lives. We know that part of keeping ourselves healthy is regular visits to our Durango, Bayfield, or Pagosa Springs office for checkups and necessary dental work. And that dental work might require an X-ray. Should the amount of radiation in an X-ray concern us? First, it is helpful…
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How to Care for Your Invisalign® Aligners

February 26th, 2020

Is it possible to straighten the teeth without braces? Yes, it is. Welcome to the world of Invisalign aligners. Invisalign aligners are made from a clear, thermoplastic material that is custom made to fit your teeth. Unlike conventional braces, Invisalign aligners are removable. More importantly, the clear thermoplastic material makes the aligners invisible, which is…
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Early Orthodontics

February 19th, 2020

The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit Vaughn Johnson Orthodontics for a consultation with Dr. Vaughn Johnson. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early intervention can prevent greater dental health problems later…
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day

February 12th, 2020

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Emperor Claudius II and secretly married young men and their brides after the emperor had declared it illegal because only single, young men could be…
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