A Beautiful Smile is Good for Your Brain

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A big part of the reason that we became orthodontists was to help folks realize their best smiles. In addition to the many health benefits, we learned how important it was to be able to freely smile.

The Team Approach

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Each of our patients gets the benefit of utilizing the experiences of each of our doctors. They share one giant education and decades of experience to create one “Super Orthodontist!”

GLO IS GROWING!

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If you’ve spent time in our offices, you may have noticed that we have a tight-knit team. We’re excited to announce that our GLO family is growing by one!

What to Ask During Your First Visit

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If you’ve scheduled a consultation, you’ve taken the first step towards an amazing smile. But you may have questions about the process. Here’s what to ask.

Owen Goes Hi-Tech

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Let us introduce you to a modern tale of how orthodontic treatment gets started at Gardner Orthodontics! 5D scanning!

Am I too Old for Braces?

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For a long time, braces were considered a teenage rite of passage. Plus, when you think about the braces of even a few decades ago, bulky, shiny metal brackets are probably what come to mind. It’s no wonder that our adult patients often ask us, “Am I too old for braces?” The answer is, absolutely not!  Today’s braces, […]

Everything You Should Know About Eating and Drinking With Invisalign

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All About Eating and Drinking With Invisalign While most people are aware they need to take their aligners out before eating a meal, it isn’t always as clear when it comes to sipping on a drink or chewing gum with Invisalign. The team at Gardner Orthodontics is here to help clarify! In this post, our Richmond orthodontists will […]

Do I Really Need Invisalign Rubber Bands?

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The Use of Invisalign Rubber Bands At Gardner Orthodontics, we’re not just a leading Richmond, VA Invisalign provider, we’re among the top 1% of Invisalign providers in the country. This means we’ve helped thousands of patients perfect their smiles with clear aligners. Of course, many people choose this treatment option because aligners are removable, comfortable and virtually invisible. […]

Braces 101: 10 Common Braces Questions Answered

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What Are The Most Common Braces 101 Questions We Hear? At Gardner Orthodontics, so many of our Richmond braces patients begin treatment in July and August before school starts back up again. If you just kicked off your own treatment or it’s on the agenda in the coming weeks, congrats! You’re on your way to straight teeth, a […]