The dog days of summer are upon us, and with the temperatures soaring, our team at Central Texas Orthodontics wants you to be extra careful about sun safety when you’re out and about. Check out this incredibly helpful article on the Ten Summer Safety Tips for Kids, courtesy of Discovery. Drs. Brian St. Louis and George […]
Early Orthodontics
The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit Central Texas Orthodontics for a consultation with Drs. Brian St. Louis and George Cantu. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early intervention can prevent greater […]
Memorial Day: Remembrance, Parades, and the Unofficial Start of Summer
“The purpose of all war is peace.” – Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in late May, that is what Memorial Day is all about. It is a […]
Thanks to Invisalign, You Can Have a Perfect Smile Without Metal Wires or Brackets!
When it comes to straightening your smile, our team at Central Texas Orthodontics knows that having a mouth full of metal braces may not be your idea of fun. Luckily for you, Drs. Brian St. Louis and George Cantu can offer a cosmetic alternative: Invisalign! Using a series of clear, comfortable, and completely customized aligners, […]
Wishing All Our Moms a Happy Mother’s Day!
“Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.” – Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their child’s visits to Central Texas Orthodontics. Whether it’s driving their kids to regularly scheduled appointments or for “being there” while their child is treatment, […]
What Role Do Elastics (Rubber Bands) Play in Orthodontics?
Wearing orthodontic braces may be the best choice for correcting your teeth and improving your smile, and that’s why you’ve come to see Drs. Brian St. Louis and George Cantu at Central Texas Orthodontics. Braces, which consist of brackets and wires, work by gently applying pressure to the teeth, and that pressure causes them to […]
Every Day is Earth Day
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a time of change, and assertions that we needed to pay more attention to the Earth’s atmosphere were generally dismissed. But within a couple decades, it […]
What’s the Advantage to Invisalign?
Invisalign, which we happily provide at Central Texas Orthodontics, is a great alternative to traditional orthodontic treatment if you’ve been apprehensive about the thought of metal braces. During your initial visit, the first thing we do is take an impression of your teeth as they are now and digitize it. Using special software, we look […]
Braces-Friendly Recipe: Lunch
Getting braces comes with a lot of rules. No sticky candies, watch out for popcorn, and steer clear of chips. These rules leave many braces-wearers wondering what they can still eat without hurting their teeth or their expensive orthodontic appliances. Fortunately, constructing a braces-friendly lunch is straightforward once you know which foods to avoid. Foods […]
Play it Safe This Spring
It’s springtime and it’s again time to remind our patients at Central Texas Orthodontics to protect their faces and pearly whites while out on the field playing sports. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events annually. If you are […]
