According to the American Association of Orthodontists, orthodontic treatment for children should start at around age seven. Drs. Erickson and Aamodt can evaluate your child’s orthodontic needs early on to see if orthodontic treatment is recommended for your son or daughter. Below, we answer common questions parents may have about the benefits of early childhood…
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Now that you are working hard to improve your dental health and appearance with your braces, it might seem like a logical time to whiten your teeth as well. But should you go ahead with home kits or a professional whitening? The answer might be yes, but not quite yet! Toothpaste The easiest way to…
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As we start our summer, our team at Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics wants to remind our patients who have completed treatment that it is very important to wear your retainer as prescribed even while away for vacations and summer camps. If you are away from home and only wearing your retainer at night, here is…
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Contrary to popular belief, orthodontic treatment is not just for older children and teens who have alignment and spacing issues. At our White Bear Lake, Eagan, Apple Valley, or Pine City, MN office, orthodontic treatment offers many benefits for children at a young age. Drs. Erickson and Aamodt can identify your child’s alignment issues early,…
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