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The Intriguing History of Halloween

October 29th, 2014

Halloween is fast approaching, and Drs. Erickson and Aamodt 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 people today bears little resemblance to the original Halloween; back in the "old days" it wasn't even called Halloween! Festival…
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Proper Diet while Undergoing Orthodontics

October 22nd, 2014

Many people undergo orthodontic treatment during childhood, adolescence, and even into adulthood. Wearing orthodontic appliances like braces is sure to produce a beautiful smile. Though orthodontic treatments at Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics are designed to accommodate your lifestyle, chances are you will need to make some dietary modifications to prevent damage to your braces and…
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October/November Contest: How many pumpkin seeds are in our office pumpkin?!

October 16th, 2014

It’s October, and you know what that mean... Halloween is almost here! Some of you might have already noticed, we have a pumpkin in the office and want you to guess how many seeds are inside! We will be taking guesses until the end of November and then at the end of November we will carve…
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How to Protect Your Braces During Sports Activities

October 15th, 2014

Proper mouth protection is recommended by Erickson - Aamodt Orthodontics when you participate in any sports activities. If you wear braces, this protection becomes essential. Injuries to your mouth can not only damage your teeth, but your braces could break and cut open your lip. Full Facial Guards Full facial guards are often used in…
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