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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!

March 11th, 2026

“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must be St. Patrick’s Day! If you’re not Irish, how do you go about celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? It’s easy: You just put on one…
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What’s so great about an orthodontist?

March 4th, 2026

A lot of our patients are curious about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist. In fact, one of the most common questions we hear at Ehrmantrout Orthodontics is, “Dentists and orthodontists are all the same, right?” A general dentist is your primary dental care provider. Dentists diagnose, treat, and manage your overall oral…
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What is a palatal expander?

February 25th, 2026

If Dr. Ehrmantrout and our team at Ehrmantrout Orthodontics have recommended a palatal expander, you might be wondering what it is and how it will help you. A palatal expander is a small appliance fitted in your mouth to create a wider space in the upper jaw. It is often used when there is a…
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Digital X-rays

February 18th, 2026

Modern orthodontic technology has changed the way you wear braces. Brackets are smaller and come in a variety of shapes and colors. Wires are more efficient. Clear aligners can eliminate the need for brackets and wires altogether. And your high-tech advantages don’t stop there—today’s digital X-rays make creating your treatment plan even more convenient and…
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