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At Tidewater Orthodontics, we put our patients first! Our team is friendly and welcoming, and patients feel comfortable and confident in our practice. Our practice is professional, family-friendly and fun.

Even if you only see us for your appointment on a regular basis, did you know that you can now connect with us on Facebook?

We invite you to “like” us at Facebook.com/TidewaterOrthodontics. We share office news and updates on our Fan Page, so check it out! By Liking our page, you will receive updates from our office automatically in your news feed!

See you on Facebook!

- The Tidewater Ortho staff

Do you know where your mouth guard is?

As many of our patients at Tidewater Orthodontics start preparing for spring sports, we would like to remind our patients wearing braces to take care of both your mouth and appliances while participating in contact sports (and non-contact sports) this spring.

Whether you wear braces or not, protecting your smile while playing sports is essential. Sports related injuries to the mouth and jaw are some of the most common injuries received by athletes. Mouthguards help protect your teeth and gums from injury. The bottom line is, only by using a mouth guard can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries.

The next time you're in for a visit with us at either our Virginia Beach, Norfolk or Chesapeake office, please ask us for a mouth guard, and we will provide one for you!

Have a great weekend!

Complimentary Consultations at Tidewater Orthodontics

At Tidewater Orthodontics, we don't just treat adults and children; we specialize in creating great smiles for every person.

One of our commitments is meeting with you to help you explore all or the options available to you or your child. We offer complimentary consultations for those interested in orthodontic treatment. During this time, you'll have time reserved with Drs. Ashby and Dailey, who will assess your particular needs as well as discuss treatment options available and answer any questions you may have. We place a high value on making sure you have complete information before beginning treatment.

If you have been thinking about obtaining the dazzling smile you’ve always wanted, we invite you to give us a call at one of our offices in Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Chesapeake.

See you soon!

- The team at Tidewater Orthodontics

At Tidewater Orthodontics, February marks National Children's Dental Health Month

At Tidewater Orthodontics, February is National Children's Dental Health Month, as well as National Dental Health Month, and Drs. Ashby & Dailey and team thought we’d promote good oral hygiene among our patients with a few tips and tricks, courtesy of the American Dental Association.

• Teeth brushing techniques: It takes only two minutes to properly brush using short, gentle strokes and devoting extra attention to the gumline, areas around fillings and hard-to-reach areas such as the back teeth.

• Flossing: hold the floss snugly between thumbs and index finger and insert it between each of the teeth, making sure to go beneath the gumline and curving the floss around the base of each tooth.

• Snack wisely: choose healthy snacks such as cheese, fruits and vegetables and avoid crunchy, sticky, chewy candies that can stick to the teeth. If you eat these snacks, be sure to brush after doing so.

• Carbonated or sugary drinks: these drinks create acids that can damage the teeth when mixed with saliva, so they should be avoided altogether. If you’re going to drink one of these beverages, don’t sip on it throughout the day. Rather, drink it and then brush your teeth.

• Regular dental visits: in addition to seeing our team at Tidewater Orthodontics during your orthodontic treatment, you should visit your dentist for professional check-ups and teeth cleaning appointments about every six months.

National Dental Health Month aims to increase awareness about the importance of our patients' oral health. If you have any questions about keeping your mouth healthy, or about your treatment with Tidewater Orthodontics, please feel free to give us a call or ask us on Facebook!