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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...

Getting Braces as an Adult: Expectations vs. Reality Have you always wanted a straighter smile but, for one reason or another, kept putting off orthodontic treatment? Or maybe you had braces as a teen but forgot to wear your retainer so your teeth aren’t as straight...

5 Tips and Tricks for Your First Week of Braces Treatment If you’re inching closer to your first week with braces, you’re probably feeling a lot of different emotions. You might be excited to start the journey towards your brand new smile, but you might also be a bit...

How Can You Make Braces or Invisalign Affordable? Many people spend their whole lives dreaming of a straighter smile. As orthodontic specialists in Thornton, Colorado, it makes perfect sense to us! Having straight teeth is associated with improved confidence and...