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Porcelain Veneers vs. Braces and Clear Aligners: Comparing Your Smile-Perfecting Options

Dreaming about perfectly aligned, pearly white teeth? Modern dentistry can definitely transform a less-than-appealing smile into one that makes a great impression. Two popular options? Porcelain veneers and orthodontic treatments like braces or clear aligners. But how do these stack up against each other? How would you compare braces vs. veneers? You ask. We get these questions a lot from our patients at Fresh Orthodontics. To help you decide which is the best way for you to straighten your teeth, your Park Slope orthodontist in Brooklyn, Dr. Ankush Khanna, has the answers! First, What are Veneers? There are essentially two…
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7 Reasons to Focus on Your Oral Health in 2024

It’s a new year! And with that comes the perfect time for a renewed focus on your oral health. But why is great oral health so important? What benefits come from having A+ oral health, you ask? Well, here, Dr. Khanna and the team at Brooklyn’s Fresh Orthodontics offer seven compelling reasons to pay more attention to your oral health this year. 1. Oral Health Can Reflect Your Overall Health Consider your mouth like a crystal ball that reveals your body’s health — there’s a definite oral health-overall health connection. For example, your oral health can show signs of nutritional…
10 Brooklyn Small Businesses Perfect for Holiday Shopping
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10 Brooklyn Small Businesses Perfect for Holiday Shopping

We all know — and we don’t mind saying it — that Brooklyn is known for celebrating what’s local. So now that it’s the holiday shopping season, Fresh Orthodontics wants to highlight a few brick-and-mortar Brooklyn shopping destinations and makers to consider for holiday gift ideas. Let’s shop small in Brooklyn! 1. Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co. Do good and surprise the superhero(es) in your life this season. Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co. in Park Slope is a Brooklyn storefront with superhero gifts up front and space for youth literacy workshops in the back. Cuz, you know, literacy is a superpower! An…
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6 Ways to Create a More Sustainable Oral Hygiene Routine

Looking to brush up on sustainability while brushing your pearly whites? You're in the right place for some tips and tricks on sustainable oral care! Dr. Ankush Khanna and the team at Fresh Orthodontics are all about incorporating eco-conscious choices into our Brooklyn, NY orthodontic practice and encouraging it for your oral health routine. After all, oral hygiene is something you do on the daily so there’s a great cumulative impact if you greenify. Here, your Park Slope orthodontist offers six ways to practice sustainable oral care and make a difference! 1. Swap Out Plastic Toothbrushes for Eco-Friendly Alternatives First…
When Can I Stop Wearing My Retainer?
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When Can I Stop Wearing My Retainer?

So you just got your braces or clear aligners off and are now wearing a retainer. Gotta lock in and maintain that new, stellar smile, right? Yes, a retainer after braces or clear aligners like Invisalign® or Spark™ Clear Aligners is a must. But how long do you have to wear a retainer, you ask? How do retainers work anyway? And when can I stop wearing my retainer? To fully answer the question, “When can I stop wearing my retainer?” We have to talk about some retainer-wearing basics. So here, let’s first answer some of the most common questions we…
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Here’s How We Design Custom Smiles With Spark™ Clear Aligners

As a Brooklyn orthodontist, I use digital scanning and state-of-the-art software to create a custom treatment plan for every patient. My goal is to not only straighten the teeth, but to also achieve a strong, functional bite, facial balance, and better oral health.  Spark Clear Aligners help my team and I take it a step further. We can have the precise number of aligners you need printed, and they’re fabricated for your smile and your smile only.  What are Spark Aligners? Spark Clear Aligners are removable, custom aligners made with an innovative aligner material called TruGEN™. The material delivers gentle,…
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Will Clear Aligners or Braces Change My Face?

Will Clear Aligners or Braces Change My Face? When most people think about braces or clear aligner treatment, straighter teeth is what instantly comes to mind. While, yup, as a Brooklyn orthodontist straightening teeth is a big part of what I do, orthodontics goes beyond that. Treatment also focuses on creating a healthy bite (how the teeth in the upper and lower arches come together) and addressing any skeletal discrepancies, such as a narrow or too-small jaw. And to maximize health, function, and aesthetics, I design each patient’s smile to complement their facial features, while keeping the chewing muscles, temporomandibular…
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Fresh Orthodontics Provides An Eco-Friendly Experience For Patients and the Planet

An environmentally-friendly orthodontic office can make getting braces or clear aligners that much better. Fresh Orthodontics in Brooklyn, NY has included many planet-conscious choices that level up patient safety and comfort, while decreasing the practice’s eco-footprint. From the office’s design to daily practices and protocol, Dr. Ankush Khanna and his team offer a planet-friendly experience patients can feel good about. Fewer Chemicals Historically, dentists and orthodontists used many chemicals for tasks related to diagnostics and cleaning. Today, however, modern technology has reduced the amount of chemical processes needed and made teeth straightening more efficient and comfortable. This Park Slope orthodontist…
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Are These Popular Wellness Trends Damaging Your Teeth?

From juice cleanses to gummy supplements — if you live in Brooklyn, it probably feels like you’ve seen every wellness trend in the book. And then some. But while we often think of these things in terms of how they impact our whole-body health, it’s also important to consider their effect on the teeth.  Our oral health is directly connected to our overall health and wellbeing, which means steering clear of tooth decay and gum disease is always important. But, it’s even more critical when you have braces or clear aligners, because teeth move most effectively and efficiently in a…
8 Ways Our Digital Tech Makes Straightening Your Teeth Way Easier
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8 Ways Our Digital Tech Makes Straightening Your Teeth Way Easier

  With work or school, hobbies, a social life and family, maybe you don’t think you have time for orthodontic treatment. I get it. When you’re busy, prioritizing your smile can sometimes fall on the back burner.  That’s why I designed my Park Slope practice to cater to busy NYC lifestyles. At Fresh Orthodontics, my team and I use the latest digital technology to streamline your care and create the smile you deserve. You’ll spend less time at the office and more time on the things that matter.  1. iTero® digital scanning for quick impressions  If you’ve ever had traditional…
Surprising Connection Between Your Posture and Your Jaw
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The Surprising Connection Between Your Posture and Your Jaw

  “Stand up straight.” “Stop slouching.” Parents and grandparents everywhere have been saying this to kids and teens for generations and, you know what, they were, and still are, right. But not just for the reasons you might think like avoiding spine trouble or looking attentive and confident. Your posture is also tied to your jaw and teeth.  A Misaligned Jaw May Affect Your Balance The spine is the pillar of your body and it’s surrounded by overlapping muscle systems and nerves. Because everything is connected to some degree, misalignment in one area of the body can cause misalignment in…
How to Navigate the Holidays With Braces or Aligners
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How to Navigate the Holidays With Braces or Aligners

The lights, the cheer, the family gatherings…what’s not to love about the holidays? But before you dig into the candy canes or hit up the veggie platter, let’s talk about how to navigate the holidays with braces or clear aligners. In this post, I’ll be sharing some simple tips for enjoying the season, while keeping your appliance and holiday spirit intact.  1. Stay Strong in the Face of Tempting Treats  While most of your holiday favorites will still be on the menu, there are a few foods to avoid with braces. You’ll want to steer clear of anything really hard,…