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Keeping Your Invisalign Treatment “On Track”
Tracking is a clinical term used to describe how well your Invisalign aligners fit over each of your teeth. If your Invisalign is not tracking then your teeth will not move as effectively. Read on for more information.

Congratulations to Our September Patient Of The Month & “Braces Off” Patients
September is a wrap… which means it’s time to announce our patient of the month, plus a list of patients who recently completed treatment! Congrats to all!

Our “Pik” for An Effective Flossing Routine: Using the WaterPik Water Flosser
Flossing with… water? It’s true! It’s gaining popularity! And… it’s effective. We discuss how water flossing has grown to be a suitable alternative for string-flossing, and not just for patients who wear braces!

Announcing Our “Poke-A-Pumpkin” Contest
Announcing our “Poke-A-Pumpkin” contest. Each paper-covered pumpkin cup has either a trick, a treat, OR your chance to be entered in a drawing for a special prize!

What Colors Should I Get?
Who says your journey to a healthier, straighter smile can’t be done with style?
Koch Orthodontics offers different colored elastics (also called rings) that are affixed around each bracket. Rings are changed about every four to six weeks, so a patient can create a new “look” with some colorful variety with each orthodontic visit.

Congratulations to Our August Patient of the Month and “Braces Off” Patients
Drum roll please! It is time to announce our August 2022 Patient of the Month, plus our list of pages who recently concluded treatment! Congrats All!

Overcoming Anxiety Associated With Orthodontic Treatment
It’s common for orthodontic patients of any age to feel anxious about starting treatment – we get it! This blog post takes a look at the key reasons for “orthodontic anxiety” and what patients (and parents) can do to feel at ease while they work towards achieving a beautiful smile!

Congratulations to Our July Patient of the Month and “Braces Off” Patients
Time to announce our patient of the month for July, 2022. Plus – a round of applause for all our patients who recently completed treatment!

Playing Sports While Wearing Braces
We estimate almost 75% of our patients play sports! Here are some best practices for making sure your mouth, teeth and orthodontic appliances are safe when the coach puts you in!

Congratulations To Our June Patient of The Month and “Braces Off” Patients
Announcing our “Patient of The Month” for June 2022, plus a congratulatory list of patients who recently completed treatment!