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Your Child’s First Visit to the Orthodontist

July 30th, 2025

We often think of braces as a rite of passage for kids in middle and high school. So you might be surprised when your child’s dentist recommends a visit to see Dr. Vaughn Johnson years earlier than you anticipated. In fact, dentists and orthodontists generally suggest a visit to the orthodontist by age seven at…
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Get Your Orthodontic Journey Off to a Good Start

July 23rd, 2025

Whether you’ve chosen traditional braces or invisible aligners, congratulations! You’ve taken the first step on your way to a beautiful, healthy smile. Of course, like every other journey, a good start helps you get where you’re going as quickly and easily as possible. And the best way to start your orthodontic journey at Vaughn Johnson…
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Working Behind the Scenes—Lingual Braces

July 16th, 2025

There are many great reasons to see an orthodontist. For a healthier bite. For straighter teeth. For a more confident smile. So why are you hesitating? If the visibility of traditional braces is what’s holding you back, ask Dr. Vaughn Johnson about lingual braces. With regular braces, brackets are bonded to the front of each…
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Understanding Your Overjet

July 9th, 2025

Bite problems are so common that most of us know someone who’s worn braces. So perhaps you’re already familiar with the terms “overbite” and “underbite”—but if you’ve been diagnosed with an “overjet,” that just might be an orthodontic diagnosis that is new to you. If so, here are a few questions and answers to help…
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