Category: Oral Health

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s important to take some time to remind your mom just how truly special she is. Here at Wired Orthodontics, we get to interact with our patients and their families every day, and we are truly thankful to have a chance to meet and get to know all of you! So this week, we thought it would be especially important to celebrate all the amazing mothers out there and all they do for our patients! So from the bottom of Dr. Mark Nalbandian and the Wired Orthodontics… Read more

Have you met your true love? Do you have something extraordinary planned for the both of you this Valentine’s Day? An arrangement of red roses or a giant box of chocolates is what we’re used to giving on February 14, but if you’re planning to make this year a special one (as in adding a ring to the mix), learn a few tips and tricks on how to keep your smile healthy throughout the day. Dr. Mark Nalbandian and his staff at Wired Orthodontics in Toronto, ON will work to help you get the affordable… Read more

Halloween is a favorite holiday among children due to the festive games, imaginative costumes, and candy. Modern celebrations stem from a combination of traditions from Pagan and Christian traditions throughout the centuries. The original holiday was called Samhain and derived from the ancient Druids of Ireland. In their belief system, November 1st marked the beginning of winter, and Pagans began their Samhain celebrations at sunset on October 31st. Modern Celebrations of Halloween Children and adults… Read more

The everyday brace wearer in Toronto, ON 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 can happen to anyone, even people do don’t wear braces. Demineralization of the teeth occurs when food is left on the teeth. The food interacts with bacteria on the teeth (otherwise known as plaque) causing acid to form and this… Read more

We all have those bad habits that involve the poor use of our teeth. Beware of these 5 habits that could cause a visit to Dr. Nalbandian of Wired Orthodontics! Crunching on ice can cause serious damage to your teeth; even your blender needs special blades to crush ice! Remember, teeth are designed to crush through things, not against them. Using your teeth as tools – from ripping open a small package to biting your nails – it’s just not a good idea. Your teeth are for 3 things: to chew food,… Read more

Have you ever tried eating your way to a whiter smile? Dr. Nalbandian of Wired Orthodontics in Toronto, Ontario says that you can start whitening your teeth right in the kitchen! Over time, eating crunchy fruits and vegetables can help keep your teeth white. They trigger your mouth to make saliva, which washes away food particles so they can’t stain teeth. For example, strawberries have an enzyme that acts like natural bleach. And broccoli has minerals that form a film on teeth so pigments from… Read more