How To Clean Invisalign® Retainers for a Clear, Fresh Smile

September 22, 2025/in Caring For Your Braces

Invisalign® retainers are the cutting edge of orthodontics and popular with everyone from teenagers to adults. This teeth-straightening system allows patients to adjust their smiles over time with clear, reusable retainers as opposed to traditional metal braces.

However, these retainers don’t come cheap, and keeping them fresh and functional requires some care. Keep your Invisalign® looking as good as new with our tips on how to clean an Invisalign® retainer with common household items.

Elastic Timing: When Do Rubber Bands Join the Braces Party?

August 26, 2025/in Caring For Your Braces

Months ago, you tried to hide your crooked teeth at all costs when talking or laughing, but you are slowly gaining confidence since beginning orthodontic care and are now letting your new smile shine. Your teeth have already shown significant improvement, and you are proud of the results.
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Worried You Stained Your Braces? Here’s What You Should Know

July 22, 2025/in Caring For Your Braces

You chose clear braces for their subtle, almost invisible appearance. But if you’ve noticed your once-crystal-clear bands and brackets now have a yellowish tint (or your cheerful blue braces have turned an unfortunate shade of green), you’re not alone. Read more

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All About Arch Wires in Orthodontics: Purpose, Types, Stages, and Recommended Uses

March 18, 2025/in About Orthodontics, Living With Braces

If you’re considering braces, you may have heard the term arch wire used. But you probably have no idea what that means!

In this article, explain what orthodontic arch wires are, the purpose they serve, and what types may be used in your braces. And if you’re interested in straightening your teeth without the use of wires, we can fill you in on that as well.
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Dry Mouth With Braces: What’s the Deal?

February 2, 2024/in Living With Braces

Achieving a healthy and beautiful smile with braces is an exciting journey — but also a journey that comes with discomforts and unexpected symptoms, including dry mouth.

If you have braces and experience some side effects such as a dry, cottony feeling in your mouth, there are solutions that can allow you to remain more comfortable until the braces are off.

Headgear Braces for Adults & Youth: Important Things To Note When You Need Headgear

February 2, 2024/in Life After Braces, Orthodontic Retention

Headgear — if you’re anyone who’s had braces or considered braces, the thought of possibly needing headgear has likely crossed your mind.

Is headgear still commonly used in orthodontics? And why might an adult need headgear?

We’re summarizing these answers as well as how to find relief from the discomforts of wearing headgear below.

2016 Beaverton Small Business Excellence Award in the Orthodontists

January 10, 2017/in Updates From Biermann

2016 Beaverton Small Business Excellence Award in the Orthodontists

Matthew C Biermann, DMD, MS selected for 2016 Beaverton Small Business Excellence Award Beaverton, OR

What Parents Should Know: Invisalign From a Teen Perspective

May 26, 2016/in Invisalign, Teens & Braces

Attention Moms and Dads – Most Teenagers Feel Self-Conscious Wearing Traditional Braces

At an age when image is so important, for a teen the thought of having metal brackets and wires constantly attached to teeth may exacerbate the already-delicate self-esteem of today’s teens.
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Flexible Partial Dentures

March 2, 2016/in About Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry

A Consultation with Dr. Richard Hyder | Article & Images Featured on Dear Doctor

Dear Doctor,
I have lost my four upper front teeth and would like to have them replaced with dental implants some day. In the meantime, I don’t want to use the type of partial denture known as a “flipper.” Is there something else I can use, at least temporarily?