• Myths Of Orthodontics

    The stereotypical braces wearer – in middle school, with a mouth full of metal brackets – has led to numerous myths about orthodontics that discourage many people from getting the dental care they need. Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin [...]

  • Should I Use A Water Pick During My Treatment?

    Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Arnold Hutabarat and our team at Kenwood Dental Group know that for some of our patients wearing braces, it can be difficult to weave through those wires and brackets as you brush and [...]

  • The Intriguing History of Halloween

    Halloween is fast approaching, and Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Arnold Hutabarat wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most [...]

  • Does Smoking Affect Oral Health?

    By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral health. Smoking can have serious repercussions in this regard. To [...]

  • Caring for Your Invisalign® Aligners

    You’ve selected the Invisalign system because of the many benefits Invisalign offers: comfort, convenience, appearance, and even potentially shorter treatment time! And to add to the good news, caring for your Invisalign aligners is easy and uncomplicated. Follow these simple [...]

  • Do I Really Need To Wear My Rubber Bands With My Braces?

    Most of our patients at Kenwood Dental Group will need to wear rubber bands at some point during their orthodontic treatment. The main reason our patients are instructed to wear rubber bands is to correct their bite. If your teeth [...]

  • Year-End Insurance Reminder

    Now that October is upon us, Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Arnold Hutabarat and our team at Kenwood Dental Group wanted to send you a friendly reminder to schedule your orthodontic appointment prior to the end of the [...]

  • Welcome to Our Blog

    Thank you for taking the time to visit our blog. Please check back often for weekly updates on fun and exciting events happening at our office, important and interesting information about  the dental industry, and the latest news about our [...]