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Why is flossing so important when I have braces?

June 10th, 2026

You've made an investment on spending money on getting braces, so why not keep your teeth in good health while undergoing orthodontic treatment?  Dr. Vaughn Johnson and our team at Vaughn Johnson Orthodontics will tell you it is just as important to develop a regular hygiene routine while you're wearing braces as you did before…
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Going on vacation? Remember these simple tips!

June 3rd, 2026

If you are wearing braces and are planning a vacation, our team at Vaughn Johnson Orthodontics would suggest that you be prepared. We put together a list of items that will be handy to have with you at all times while you are out of town. They include: Toothpick, flosspick, or other interdental cleaners Travel…
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Invisalign Teen®: What Parents Should Know

May 27th, 2026

Parents want the best for their teens and often ask us about the perks of Invisalign Teen clear aligners compared to traditional braces. Invisalign treatment is a style of braces that skips the usual metal and wires, and uses a clear, thermoplastic material to create removable aligners instead. Aligners are custom-made for each patient and…
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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer

May 20th, 2026

Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right after the Civil War. Celebrated on the last Monday in May, people still decorate the grave sites of war veterans and hold memorial services, but…
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