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Tips for Keeping Your Breath Fresh While You’re in Braces

October 22nd, 2025

You’ve got a lot going on in your busy life, and whether it’s school, practice, or simply socializing, you want to put a confident face forward. And part of that confidence comes from knowing your breath is its freshest! Too often, though, this time of your life makes that goal seem difficult. Let’s look at…
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Orthodontic Treatment—The Sequel

October 17th, 2025

Some experiences are great, and we look forward to enjoying them again and again. Others have wonderful outcomes, but you feel no need for a sequel. If you’re wondering whether you need to revisit orthodontic treatment, you’re probably in this second group. After all, you put in your time as a teenager. All those days…
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Five Braces-Friendly Dinner Recipes

October 17th, 2025

Did you know that more than four million children throughout the US and Canada have braces? At Matteson Orthodontics, Dr. Keyur Shah and Dr. Ayas Makki and our staff know that kids can be picky and meticulous eaters. If cooking for children without braces is difficult, preparing meals for children with braces is especially daunting.…
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October Is Orthodontic Health Month!

October 16th, 2025

October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Matteson, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment makes possible!Because October is Orthodontic Health Month, and it’s a great time to talk about how your orthodontist helps you create not just a more beautiful…
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