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What's on your fall reading list?

October 2nd, 2019

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? Drs. Erickson and Aamodt and our team at Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics encourage you to warm up your mind this fall season with a few great books. Sure it may be easy…
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Myths of Orthodontics

September 25th, 2019

The stereotypical braces wearer – in middle school, with a mouth full of metal brackets – has led to numerous myths about orthodontics that discourage many people from getting the dental care they need. Drs. Erickson and Aamodt and our staff would like to put some of these myths to rest. Myth 1: Orthodontic treatment…
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Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?

September 18th, 2019

X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to improve them. While there is always some risk in exposure to radiation, dental X-ray exposure has decreased significantly due to all the advances in technology.…
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Is Invisalign® Right For You?

September 11th, 2019

When patients ask Drs. Erickson and Aamodt about who benefits from Invisalign clear aligners, the simple answer is this: almost everyone. Unlike conventional braces, they are removable, which makes eating and cleaning your teeth much easier. They are molded to fit each patient’s mouth and are practically invisible. Because aligners apply less force in straightening…
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