https://hulseorthodontics.com Sun, 11 Oct 2026 06:50:04 +0000 hourly 1 https://hulseorthodontics.com/how-to-clean-a-retainer/#comment-588 Sat, 10 Oct 2026 18:26:24 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=3372#comment-588 […] to retainers, and retainer care has its own quirks and timelines. When you get there, our guide on how to clean a retainer picks up where this one leaves […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/foods-to-avoid-when-wearing-braces/#comment-587 Sat, 10 Oct 2026 06:31:24 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=2276#comment-587 […] Eat soft food for the sore days. The AAO suggests foods that need little chewing, like mashed potatoes, smoothies, yogurt, soup and scrambled eggs, and recommends avoiding crunchy, chewy or sticky foods. Our braces food guide has a section on getting through the sore first few days. […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/invisalign-pain/#comment-586 Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:53:30 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=1589#comment-586 […] you are weighing aligners instead, our guide to Invisalign pain covers aligner soreness […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/permanent-retainer-broke/#comment-585 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 04:35:32 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=1907#comment-585 […] happens. We’ll fix it. Even retainers break sometimes. You’re not […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/can-you-get-braces-with-a-crown/#comment-584 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:59:19 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=2062#comment-584 […] questions? Hit us up, are braces tax deductible, how to dodge white spots, or even braces with a crown? We’ve got answers. Pregnant and wondering about braces during pregnancy? We have a guide for […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/invisalign-cutting-tongue/#comment-583 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:58:58 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=2164#comment-583 […] when eating. If you’re worried about discomfort with clear aligners, you’re not alone, some trays can rub the tongue or gums, but it’s easy to manage with small […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/how-to-brush-and-floss-teeth-with-braces/#comment-582 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:58:40 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=1867#comment-582 […] Gentle cleaning is key, much like smart brushing tips after braces, as explained here. […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/how-much-do-retainers-cost/#comment-581 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:57:33 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=1684#comment-581 […] The same soreness can come from a clear retainer after treatment, not just an Invisalign tray. A plastic retainer that is new, slightly warped, or has a rough edge can rub the tongue in exactly the same way, and the fixes are the same: wax over the sharp spot, a warm salt-water rinse, and a call to your orthodontist if it keeps up. If your retainer no longer fits smoothly, do not force it. Learn more about the types of retainers we offer and what a replacement retainer typically costs. […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/foods-to-avoid-when-wearing-braces/#comment-580 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:57:17 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=2276#comment-580 […] you wear braces, the hard-to-chew part probably sounds familiar. Our guide to foods to avoid when wearing braces covers the braces side of the […]

]]> https://hulseorthodontics.com/how-to-brush-and-floss-teeth-with-braces/#comment-579 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 12:55:11 +0000 https://hulseorthodontics.com/?p=1867#comment-579 […] Brackets and wires already make cleaning more work, so pair it with a solid routine; our guide on how to brush and floss teeth with braces walks through […]

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