Charcoal toothpaste seems to be having a moment on the internet due to its perceived whitening power. But is it really good for your teeth? […]

Did you just get a new retainer and are looking for ways to keep it new and shiny? Or maybe you’ve had a retainer for […]

Many people think that as long as they brush their teeth twice a day, they’re doing enough to maintain good oral hygiene. But recent research […]

We can come to many conclusions about ourselves and our overall health by looking at our genes and family history. That’s why your medical doctor […]

Our patients in the Brookings area come to us with a lot of questions before getting braces for the first time. Orthodontic care is both […]

When you think of NASA, you probably imagine spaceships and moonwalking – but did you know that NASA technology is also used in orthodontics? It’s […]

When you think of braces, you likely imagine a mouthful of metal brackets and wires. These days, however, you can also consider clear aligners, a […]

Your braces were a significant investment. If you’re an adult with braces, you’re well aware of that. If you’re still under your parents’ roof, they […]

What’s the deal with rubber bands – commonly called elastics – anyway? What are they for? Can you buy them at the store? What happens if […]

Southeastern South Dakota is a wonderful place to call home, and we’re happy that as residents, we don’t have to drive far in any direction […]

You may have heard the term “impacted tooth” before, but many people don’t know what that means, how it happens, or what role orthodontic care […]

We know, we know… flossing is already a pain. But with braces? Is it even possible? Yes, it is possible, and it’s also very important when you […]

As long as your front few teeth are straight, there’s no need to consider braces – right? Wrong. In fact, orthodontics are about a lot […]

You’ve (hopefully) been visiting your dentist regularly for your entire life, but maybe you’ve just recently started considering an orthodontist visit. Unlike dental work, orthodontic […]

As you get older, you grow wiser (hopefully). For many of us as we grow up, along with more responsibility and more freedom come more […]

After getting your braces off, you may have a few questions and may also be wondering what happens next. You’ve put a lot of time […]

There’s a lot of bologna out there on the web, so it’s good to be skeptical of what you read online. By the way, did […]

It’s one of the best times of the year. October brings brisk evenings, football games, pumpkin-flavored everything, and perhaps best of all — free candy! […]

  Here’s a big question: Can you use your FSA money to pay for braces? Let’s cut to the chase — yes. You can. At Meyer […]

Whether you’re in middle school or middle-aged, getting braces for the first time may come with questions and a lot of uncertainty. At Meyer Orthodontics […]

It’s estimated between 33 and 45% of American children need braces. While not necessary for their health, up to 75% of Americans would benefit from […]

Your orthodontic consultation is an important first step in what could become a long relationship with your orthodontist. You’ll want to leave the office confident […]

When we first learned about people giving themselves braces, we were shocked… the thought that you could walk into a grocery store, buy a rubber […]

Using a wire and a couple rubber bands to straighten your teeth almost sounds like an episode of MacGyver. So how does a professional orthodontist do it?! […]

We are often asked what kinds of braces are available, or if there’s just one. There are many different kinds of braces that we can […]