The Average Cost Of Braces

Achieving a straight, beautiful smile often requires orthodontic treatment, and braces are a popular choice. However, one significant consideration for individuals and families in Renton, WA, is the cost of braces. Our team at Lasley Orthodontics specializes in orthodontic treatment including braces and Invisalign. Every patient who receives braces begins with a complimentary consultation, where […]

Foods to Avoid with Invisalign and Braces

In this post, we’ll look at foods to avoid with Invisalign and braces. As you may know, you must avoid some foods for the duration of braces treatment. However, some foods are also better avoided even with Invisalign, though they come out when you eat. A top advantage of Invisalign in Renton is you can largely […]

What Candy Can I Eat with Braces?

In this blog, we’ll answer the common question, “What candy can I eat with braces?” As you might expect, we recommend limiting the sugary foods you consume, with or without braces. However, as a treat, you can enjoy them on occasion. Just be sure to rinse, brush, and floss your teeth afterward. See some tips […]

Foods to Avoid with Braces This Holiday Season

You already have a list of foods to avoid with braces. Unfortunately, there are some additional foods to avoid with braces this holiday season. Don’t worry — you can still have pumpkin pie and most of the cookies. Just steer clear of that ominous pecan pie and the candy canes. The Standard List of Foods […]

How to Floss with Braces

When you get new braces, learning new oral hygiene practices can be time-consuming at first. Once you learn how to floss with braces it does get easier. Even though you are already adept at flossing, learning how to thread floss around the wires on your teeth can be tricky. The technician gave you a brief […]

Invisalign vs. Braces: Which is Best for Me?

Invisalign vs. braces: Which is best for me? Both Invisalign and braces are orthodontic treatments, and an orthodontist is best qualified to provide them. To determine which is best for you, you need a qualified orthodontist to assess your unique smile. Dr. Andrew Lasley provides award-winning top-quality orthodontic treatment in Renton, WA, and the greater Seattle areas. […]

Invisalign Vs. Braces

In this blog, we’ll look at Invisalign Vs. Braces. Is one treatment better than the other? What about the time it takes to get results? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Braces Are Better Than Ever Notably, there are some misconceptions about braces. Often, people worry that braces will change their appearance drastically. However, modern braces […]

Braces-Friendly Foods

In this blog, we’ll look at braces-friendly foods. While you wear braces, it can take some time to adjust. Mostly, this adjustment period is after you first start wearing braces. During this time, some foods are better avoided. However, these foods can generally be added back to your diet later. Then, there are other foods […]

How to Care for Your Braces During a Quarantine

Here are some tips for how to care for your braces during a quarantine. Caring for your braces is always essential, but now it’s more important than ever. Although we’re able to see patients for emergencies, elective non-urgent visits will resume at a later time. We’re all looking forward to getting back to relatively normal, […]

Foods To Eat With Braces

If you have braces, it’s important to avoid certain foods that can potentially cause damage or affect orthodontic treatment. As a leading orthodontist in Renton WA, Dr. Lasley is experienced in providing successful results in many patients, no matter their current condition or budget. What Foods Can I Eat With Braces? Braces may require some […]