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As an orthodontist, Dr. Senestraro understands the importance Halloween has to many of our younger patients. While a holiday that revolves around kids eating candy may seem like a dentist’s worst nightmare, Dr. Senestraro encourages kids to enjoy Halloween, but to do so safely and in a way that won’t put their braces in harm’s […]

If you suffer from a misaligned bite or crooked teeth, there are a variety of orthodontic services available to help improve the appearance of your smile. Whether you’re considering braces or aligners to help improve the form and function of your smile, our team at Senestraro Family Orthodontics can help.To determine the right treatment plan

If you got kids’ braces in 2016, then 2017 offers you the chance to make the most of your orthodontic treatment. A great looking smile can provide a number of wonderful health and cosmetic benefits, but only if you practice quality oral hygiene while wearing your braces. If you ignore your oral health during treatment,

As your orthodontist, our team at Senestraro Family Orthodontics promises to help keep all of our patient’s smiles looking great now and in the future when their braces finally come off. However, it’s still up to you to keep your mouth clean and healthy by brushing and flossing daily. Practicing quality oral hygiene at home

School’s out and summer is upon us! With ample free-time, great sports, and novel activities like camp or summer vacations, the summer season could easily be assumed to be every teen’s favorite. Every teenager should certainly delve deep into the treasure trove of summer fun. But your orthodontist in Lents in Portland, Oregon is sounding

With summer having finally arrived, we understand that taking care of their braces is one of the last things on a kid’s mind. Keeping their teeth and braces clean seems far from important when sitting poolside with the family, traveling to summer camp, or just running around the yard before bedtime. Summer also typically brings

If you’re a parent with kids that have child braces, you know the importance of helping them maintain a balanced diet. While too much sugar can present a problem to any child’s oral health, kids with braces face an especially high risk from excess sugar consumption. Food particles and bacteria can easily become trapped under

Considering getting braces? At Senestraro Family Orthodontics, we say it’s never too late! These days, nearly 50 percent of all orthodontic patients are adults hoping to finally achieve the perfect smile they have always wanted. Over the last 15 years, the technology used in braces has advanced considerably. Gone are the days when wearing braces

While some children can’t wait to get braces, viewing them as a sign that adolescence and adulthood are right around the corner, others worry about how their braces will feel or how they’ll look.How ever your child feels, you will most likely have some questions and concerns of your own. So you can have a