After your braces come off, congratulations! You’ve graduated to the retention period. It’s essential to wear your retainer as your teeth learn to stay in […]

We love South Dakota – especially in the summer. Although we may not be close to any large cities or white beaches, there’s no shortage […]

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 […]

Maybe you’ve been considering orthodontic treatment. You’ve done the research, considered the financing options, and you know what to expect. But you’re busy. You simply don’t have […]

What’s not to love about the Christmas season? Whether your favorite part is the fluffy South Dakota snowflakes swirling to the festive holiday music, the […]

You’ve watched the previews for months, purchased your tickets for the midnight release, and stood in line to see the newest movie that critics have […]

Finally, you’ve made it! You’ve been through months of tightening wires, avoiding fruit cake during the holidays, and patiently awaiting the day you can show […]

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 […]

Nervous patients often ask us how braces are going to affect their speech. Having braces in your mouth does take some getting used to, but […]

Unless you have braces, you probably think about rubber bands very little. But for people with braces, elastics are an important part of daily life. And […]

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza or even Festivus — or skip ahead to the New Year — you have some good times with friends, […]

Is it too late for you to have the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted? As a board certified licensed orthodontist, we say of course not! […]

School is back in session! That means busy days and nights for children and their parents alike. No matter how crazy your schedule, it’s important […]

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 […]

It’s national smile month, and we’re celebrating with 10 great reasons to smile, and a few tips to take care of your and your family’s […]

Summer is here, South Dakota! As the temperatures rise and you reach for a cold beverage to quench your thirst think twice before you grab […]

It’s summer! With school almost finished, it’s time to start planning for your summer recreational activities. So what does this mean for you if you […]

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?! […]

If you are getting braces but are concerned about pain, you should relax—generally having braces is not a very painful experience.