If you’re a veteran of life with braces, your orthodontist may have told you to wear little rubber bands from your top teeth to your bottom teeth. You may be wondering what these bands actual do!

With the ongoing Corona Virus Pandemic, I wanted to update you on changes we are making to Meyer Orthodontics and our appointment protocol. Know that these changes are being made to help protect our patients and staff.

Upon completing the Orthodontic Residency program at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, Dr. Paul Meyer successfully defended his research thesis on facial vs skeletal orthodontic diagnosis thus earning him a Masters of Science. As of October of 2019, his study was published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

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 […]

There never seems to be enough time in the day, does there? If you’re someone who snoozes until the last second, rushes to get ready […]

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 […]

Mouthwash is a great addition to your oral hygiene routine, and we know our health-conscious patients in the Brookings area are concerned with creating the […]

La Croix, San Pellegrino, and Perrier – most people either hate ’em or love ’em. If you’re in the latter group of sparkling water lovers, […]

You wouldn’t consider not brushing your teeth, yet many people go days – or even weeks – without cleaning their retainers. It is extremely important […]

When you walk down the oral care aisle of your Brookings grocery store or pharmacy, you’ll find an overwhelming number of toothpaste options. What flavor […]

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 […]

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 […]

Is there any fresher relief than rolling out of bed in the morning and immediately brushing all of the garbage taste (morning breath) out of […]

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 […]

It can be hard to know when you should bring your child to see a board-certified orthodontist.  You may even think that you shouldn’t consider orthodontic […]

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 […]

We’ve got some possibly surprising news – braces are not just about straightening teeth. After all, looks aren’t everything. Orthodontic care goes a lot further […]

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 […]

Let’s be honest, nail biting is gross. But there are plenty more reasons why you shouldn’t do it! Biting Your Nails is Bad for Your […]

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 […]