Orthodontist In Fairfax, VA | My Braces Doctor

What’s so great about an orthodontist?
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

A lot of our patients are curious about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist. In fact, one of the most common questions we hear at My Braces Doctor Read more
The Truth about TMJ
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Read more
The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
Why should I visit the dentist during my treatment?
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.

So, you just got your braces on, and you're wondering why you should continue visiting your general dentist since you’re seeing the doctor every other month. Patients always ask us Read more
My mouth is dry. What can I do?
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.

Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into Read more
Worst Candy for Braces
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

Most kids love candy; actually, most people in general love candy. So when it comes time for you to get braces there can often be a natural conflict between candy Read more
Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not Read more
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, Read more
Five Braces-Friendly Dinner Recipes
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

Did you know that more than four million children throughout the US and Canada have braces? At My Braces Doctor, the doctor and our staff know that kids can be Read more
What Causes TMJ?
posted: Dec. 16, 2021.

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) causes jaw pain, stiffness, headaches, trouble opening your mouth, and other distressing symptoms. Your Fairfax, VA, orthodontic specialists, Dr. Nadia Sina, and Dr. Hilda Oweisy of Read more
Prevent Tooth Decay With Braces
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

When you start wearing braces, it can become a challenge to clean certain areas of your mouth. If these areas are neglected for long periods of time, though, decay and Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency orthodontic appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
What Can I Snack on if I Have Braces?
posted: Dec. 01, 2021.

My Braces Doctor is your orthodontic specialist when you need braces in Fairfax, VA. We have convenient locations in Fairfax, Fredericksburg, Manassas, and Springfield, VA. Braces straighten your teeth and Read more
Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority Read more
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

At My Braces Doctor, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the na, Virginia area Read more