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What’s the advantage of Invisalign®?

July 8th, 2026

Dr. Vaughn Johnson and our team know it is natural for you to feel some concern when you need to wear any type of dental device to correct a problem with your teeth. Both braces and Invisalign can produce good results in giving you the smile you’ve always wanted. Both methods can straighten your teeth…
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Happy Fourth of July!

July 1st, 2026

Happy Independence Day from Dr. Vaughn Johnson and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Americans love to celebrate the anniversary of our country's independence! Today we're devoting the Vaughn Johnson Orthodontics blog to some fun facts about the…
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Worst Candy for Braces

June 24th, 2026

Most kids love candy; actually, most people in general love candy. So when it comes time for you to get braces there can often be a natural conflict between candy consumption and maintaining the integrity of your braces. For that reason, Dr. Vaughn Johnson and our team know that it’s good to know which types…
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Orthodontics: From Tooth Fairy to Retainer

June 17th, 2026

You might be surprised to learn that Dr. Vaughn Johnson and our team recommend an orthodontic appointment even before your child has had that last visit from the Tooth Fairy. In fact, orthodontic assessments at our Durango, Bayfield, or Pagosa Springs office can be beneficial at many stages of your child’s life. Let’s look at…
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