Life with Braces

Can I Play Sports with Braces?

Can I Play Sports with Braces?

It’s fall in Indiana, which has the Glander Rochford Orthodontics team thinking about football, basketball, and all things sports!


We hear the question “can I play sports with braces?” all the time. It’s an important thing to consider, because there is an increased risk to certain mouth injuries when you are wearing traditional braces with brackets. This is true for children and adults that are active in any way, not just sports. 


5 Must-Haves for Keeping Your Teeth and Braces Clean

5 Must-Haves for Keeping Your Teeth and Braces Clean

Having braces is really exciting, but it’s a time that comes with a lot of responsibilities. This month, we’ve outlined our top 5 must have items for keeping your teeth and braces as clean as possible.

What Can I Eat With Braces?

What Can I Eat With Braces?

With braces, you can eat a wide variety of foods, but focus on things that are easy to chew and don’t get stuck in your teeth. This post shares a few ideas of foods that are safe for your braces and beneficial to your body!