Blog

  • Should I Get Braces?

    If you’re thinking about investing in braces, there are a few things you should take into consideration. It’s normal for adult teeth to come in crooked, which is why braces are a common solution for teens and adults who desire [...]

  • The Origins of Valentine’s Day

    When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all things pink and red taking over every pharmacy and grocery [...]

  • Braces-Friendly Recipe: Dinner

    Wearing braces during your treatment at Kenwood Dental Group presents some unique challenges in the types of food you can safely eat. The wrong items can be difficult to remove from between your teeth and the appliance. Other foods may [...]

  • Is Adult Orthodontic Treatment For You?

    Adult patients who seek orthodontic treatment usually fall into one of two camps: those who did not undergo orthodontic treatment as a child or those who had braces at one point but stopped wearing retainers for one reason or another. [...]

  • What’s The Advantage To Invisalign®?

    Invisalign, which we happily provide at Kenwood Dental Group, 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 [...]

  • Caring For Your Smile After Invisalign® Treatment

    You went through a lot of effort and work to achieve your perfect smile. You wore your Invisalign aligner trays, brushed and flossed diligently, and now your treatment is done! What happens now? In order to keep your teeth healthy [...]

  • Who Benefits From Invisalign®?

    One problem with trying to answer the question as to who benefits from Invisalign is that the simple answer is “almost everyone.” The see-through, almost invisible aligners for straightening teeth are specifically molded to fit each individual’s mouth. Unlike conventional [...]

  • The Importance Of Wearing Your Retainer After Orthodontic Treatment

    It's the big day and your braces are finally coming off! Does that mean you are completely done? Not so fast! After you complete your treatment here at Kenwood Dental Group, Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Arnold Hutabarat [...]

  • What Are The Benefits Of Invisalign®?

    A popular option for straightening teeth at Kenwood Dental Group, Invisalign can be a great method for improving your smile, and can help patients with crowded teeth, crossbites, overbites, underbites, and more. Invisalign, which is different from traditional braces, works [...]

  • Thanksgiving Trivia

    At Kenwood Dental Group we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, Drs. Adrienne Barnes, David N. Maclin & Arnold Hutabarat wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at the holiday [...]

  • 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 [...]