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Orthodontic treatment awareness month is here! With more than 1.2 million U.S. adults currently wearing braces, celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month with us by learning more about orthodontists and how they do more than give people a better-looking smile. <\/span>Dr. Hardy<\/span><\/a>\u00a0 of <\/span>Belmar Orthodontics<\/span><\/a> has been helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles with state-of-the-art orthodontic skills and use of new technologies.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Orthodontics is More than A Straight Smile<\/b><\/h2>\n

When most people think of orthodontic treatment, they think of straightening teeth to achieve a more beautiful smile. And this is true. Orthodontic treatment does achieve this, but there is so much more behind the decision to correct your smile. \u00a0At the heart of orthodontic treatment is your oral health and the health of your whole body. \u00a0Misaligned bites, overcrowded teeth, gappy smiles–all of these issues can impact the health of your mouth which directly impacts the health of your body.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Empowering People with Beautiful Smiles<\/b><\/h2>\n

One of the most pleasing parts of the orthodontic treatment process for any care provider is to watch a person transform as his\/her smile transforms. \u00a0When patients feel more confident about their smiles, they share them more. They feel more confident about themselves. \u00a0That confidence has a ripple effect on everyone around them. \u00a0Smiles that boost confidence also boost performance. One of the greatest gifts that <\/span>Dr. Hardy<\/span><\/a> can give his patients, and one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself or a loved one, is confidence in themselves. Orthodontic treatment helps offer that. Patients who undergo orthodontic treatment feel confident in the aesthetic details of their smile, but also in the health of their smile. The combination makes for a powerful duo when facing life and the challenges it can bring.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Orthodontists are Specialists in Their Field<\/b><\/h2>\n

Compared to general dentists, orthodontists also spend 2-3 additional years training in a specialized orthodontic residency program. In addition to this extra education, they commit 100% of their practice and continuing education solely to orthodontic care. \u00a0This means that when it comes to dental health, you have expert skills and expert knowledge at your disposal. Orthodontic candidates are chosen from the top 5 percent of their dental class. \u00a0Those who go on to graduate from the rigors of orthodontic training are those doctors that are passionate about their field, dedicated to what it takes, and gifted at their trade. \u00a0Orthodontists are extensively trained in correcting misaligned teeth, adjusting occlusion (the way the teeth fit together), and treating jaw disorders. <\/span>Dr. Hardy<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>has\u00a0<\/span>received numerous honors and accolades during his\u00a0educational pursuits and beyond into his\u00a0practice endeavors.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why Should I Choose Belmar Orthodontics?<\/b><\/h2>\n

When you choose to become a part of the <\/span>Belmar Orthodontics<\/span><\/a> family you are entering into a practice that houses specialists trained in the dental techniques and skills you will need from childhood through adulthood. \u00a0<\/span>Dr. Hardy<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is\u00a0<\/span>dedicated to continuing education and keeping on top of new technologies so he can produce better outcomes and experiences for his patients. \u00a0We offer alternative methods to traditional metal braces that are much less conspicuous, more comfortable and require less treatment time than traditional orthodontic methods. The benefits of orthodontics include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n