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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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Adjusting Your Diet after a Braces Adjustment

September 24th, 2025

We all welcome the idea of braces adjustments at our Matteson office—an adjustment, after all, means you have taken another step on the way to your ideal smile! But sometimes the reality of an adjustment can be a little less welcome—you might have a few days of discomfort as you get used to new or…
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