If you’re considering braces or clear aligners for your child, your teen, or even yourself, you probably have a few questions — and you’re not alone. Below, Dr. Jay Harris shares clear, helpful answers to the most common questions we hear from patients and parents about orthodontic treatment. How do I know if my child needs braces? [...]
Wearing your retainer is arguably one of the most important parts of your treatment. If you do not wear your retainer as directed by your orthodontist, there is a chance it will not fit over time due to your teeth shifting. Your teeth naturally shift over time due to everyday actions. Whether your retainer feels [...]
Life is full of choices. Some of them are harder than others and require more thought than something like what to wear or what to make for lunch. Choosing the right orthodontist for yourself or your children is one of those that you can’t make on a whim. But, do not be overwhelmed! We are [...]
Just because a patient is wearing braces, doesn’t mean that general oral health is not still important. In fact, wearing orthodontic appliances can make it more difficult to clean well in between teeth. Good brushing and flossing habits are more important than ever during orthodontic treatment, but cavities can still happen. What is a Cavity? [...]
We wanted to take a minute and say a big THANK YOU to everyone that voted for us in the Muscogee Mom contest. Dr. Harris has been voted Best Orthodontist and it is all because of you! Being a winner of this local contest means in the orthodontist category humbles us. We are proud to hold [...]
Dr. Jay Harris and the Harris Orthodontics team are proud to hold the title for runner up as Best Orthodontist as voted by Muscogee Moms 2016 Choice Awards! We would like to thank our patients and everyone who voted. We are delighted and honored to hold this award for 2016. Moms - if you know [...]
