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Breathing is something we normally don’t think about in our day-to-day. But if you’ve noticed that your child defaults to breathing through their mouth — and not their nose — this could be a cause for concern. Mouth breathing in children can indicate underlying health...

At Shine Orthodontics, it’s safe to say we have a tradition of excellence in dentistry, especially considering the fact that the Scheer family has been making smiles shine since 1918. While Dr. Brandson Scheer values this history and tradition of excellence in...

You know what they say about the holidays: it’s time to eat, drink and be merry! But what if you have braces this holiday season? At Shine Orthodontics, we’re just as excited about the festivities as our Thornton orthodontic patients but it’s also our job to give it...

It’s safe to say that most people would prefer to have a perfectly straight set of pearly whites over crooked teeth. But there’s a common misconception that investing in orthodontic treatment to get straighter teeth is purely cosmetic. At Shine Orthodontics, we’re...

New to braces? Congratulations! A beautiful, healthy smile is just around the corner. But even though it’s exciting to look forward to your newly straightened pearly whites, we know that getting used to braces can take some time in the beginning. That’s why the Shine...

Want the straightening power of braces but don’t like the idea of having visible brackets glued to the front of your teeth? You’re in luck. There have never been more orthodontic treatment options than there are today. Orthodontic technology has come a long way since...

Do you suffer from chronic headaches? If so, you’ve probably tried a number of things in hopes of finding relief. Maybe you’ve changed your diet, started drinking more water or wearing blue light glasses when using your devices. Maybe you’ve even visited a...

Lost retainer? Not sure what to do? Wondering if you really need to get a new one? As your Thornton, CO, orthodontists, we’re here to give it to you straight: yes, you absolutely need to replace a lost retainer! That’s because a retainer is a critical part of...

At Shine Orthodontics, we believe that everyone deserves to have a smile that they’re proud to show off. Unfortunately, things like gaps in your teeth (a.k.a. “diastema”) can make some people feel self-conscious about their smiles. If that’s you, you may have...