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The dental procedures that focus on the correction of alignment and bite are known as orthodontic care. With the aid of braces, aligners, retainers, brackets, and similar appliances, orthodontic treatment can correct oral disorders such as protruding teeth, crowding, difficulty biting or chewing, and speech issues. Seeking orthodontic treatment at Rockaway Orthodontics can drastically improve…
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Did you know that more than four million children throughout the US and Canada have braces? At Rockaway Orthodontics, Dr. Melissa Roberto and our staff know that kids can be picky and meticulous eaters. If cooking for children without braces is difficult, preparing meals for children with braces is especially daunting. “Comfort food takes on…
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Two-phase orthodontic treatment involves two separate and distinct periods that your child receives orthodontic treatment. It allows your son or daughter to begin early treatment of bite and jaw problems, in order to reduce the dental issues he or she experiences later on. Two-phase orthodontic treatment with Dr. Melissa Roberto can improve how well the…
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The Valentine shopping list is traditional and simple: Flowers. Candy. But if your Valentine is in braces this year, suddenly your choices become more complicated. No need to worry! Dr. Melissa Roberto and our Rockaway, NJ team have some sweet suggestions that are both braces-friendly and Valentine-approved. First, let’s look at some options where Cupid’s…
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