Bates Ortho Blog: Let’s Talk Teeth
Do you have teeth questions? Well, we have answers! We love talking teeth and breaking down common questions in a simple, understandable way.
Lightforce Orthodontics – The Future of Braces Has Arrived
We are always on the lookout to improve our patients’ experience at Bates Orthodontics and are excited to announce that we have officially added Lightforce Braces to our services list! This makes us one of the first offices in Richmond to provide this innovative and...
Do I Need to Wear My Retainer Forever?
First and foremost, congratulations on getting your braces removed! The months or even years in traditional braces or Invisalign has finally paid off with a beautiful new smile. Now it’s time to help keep that smile looking perfect for years to come. One of the most...
The Differences Between an Orthodontist and a Dentist
Just about everyone knows what a dentist is, and hopefully made at least a few visits to one. You may also be aware that an orthodontist and a dentist, though they work with oral health, are not exactly the same. When you need your teeth cleaned twice a year, you head...
The New Northside Location Is Officially Open!
We’re excited to announce that our new Bates Orthodontics location is officially open and accepting patients! This state-of-the-art facility is centered between the Northside, Scott’s Addition, and Bellevue neighborhoods, and offers a welcoming and relaxing...
Retainers for Teeth Straightening 101
Millions of people, both adults and children, wear or have worn braces at some point in their lives to obtain a beautiful smile for themselves. But the difference between keeping that smile or heading back to square one is wearing your retainer. In fact, within one...
The Pros, Cons, and Cost of Braces
There are over four million people in the world who are wearing braces right now, and 25% of them are adults. From straightening teeth to jaw realigning, having braces can be both a cosmetic and practical way to increase your quality of life. If you are suffering from...
It’s Official, We’re Moving!
Our office is growing, largely due to the referrals of our satisfied patients that have trusted us with their orthodontic care. To accommodate this growth and plan for the future, we are moving our Mechanicsville location to the Northside early summer of 2020! We are...
We Believe In Being Transparent
Our ‘we believe’ philosophy was born out of the mindset that patients deserve respect, honesty, thoroughness, and timeliness. We believe you deserve transparency. Consultation & Treatment Mya’s case was part of our early treatment service. She was in need of...
We Believe Your Time is Valuable
We strive for excellent in-office clinical care, but our goal is also to create an experience that is mindful of our patients outside the office. Patients are people; busy professionals, family members, and friends. We believe your time is valuable. Consultation...
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