14 Germ Facts

1. A typical human mouth contains billions of bacteria, and if you haven’t brushed your teeth lately, you might have more bacteria in your mouth right now than there are people living on planet Earth! 2. Both humans and dogs have mouths that are full of...

Exploring Different Retention Options

When the day finally comes for you to get your braces removed at Bracesetters Orthodontics in Newburgh, NY the next step is a retainer! Retainers are used to hold the teeth in their new positions, and are either removable or permanent. Removable retainers are fairly...

Tips to Minimize Demineralization

The everyday brace wearer in Monroe, NY looks forward to the day their braces are removed and they can see their beautiful, unhindered smile! But for some, white spots surround the area where their braces once were. These white spots are known as demineralization and...

Routine Cleanings

Dr. Michael Skrobola and Dr. Jonathan Schlosser of Bracesetters Orthodontics encourages their Monticello, NY patients to continue regular cleanings every six months with their dentist during their Invisalign® treatment for it promotes good oral hygiene. But did you...

What Brand(s) of Bottled Water Do You Drink?

Fluoride strengthens our teeth and helps us maintain good oral health which is why Dr. Michael Skrobola and Dr. Jonathan Schlosser of Bracesetters Orthodontics encourage their patients to maintain some type of fluoride intake, especially if they have braces. However,...