Braces are an investment in your smile. When your teeth reach a desired straightness, you’ll have a beautiful smile, but it’s important to keep it that way! You can accomplish this with a retainer provided by Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics. A retainer is a small, custom-fit device that reinforces the new position of your teeth…
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First, let’s clarify what we mean about clear braces. We’re not talking about clear aligners, which can be a great option if you want treatment that is a) removable and b) almost invisible. But sometimes only traditional brackets-and-wires braces will do when it comes to your orthodontic treatment. Does this mean you can’t opt for…
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Sticky, hard, and gooey: these candies fill your dopamine receptors with spasms of sugar-filled joy, but if you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment at Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics to straighten your teeth, then these sweets are not so sweet. While you may have a Willy-Wonka-sized sweet tooth, there are some candies you’re going to have to avoid…
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At Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics, we know orthodontic emergencies are neither convenient nor timely. If you are a patient of record, Drs. Erickson and Aamodt and our team are more than willing to see you after hours or over the weekend. As a general rule, you should call our White Bear Lake, Eagan, Apple Valley,…
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