How to Stop Braces Pain: 7 Ways to Relieve Soreness

Braces pain is usually temporary and can often be managed at home. To stop braces pain, try orthodontic wax for cheek irritation, eat soft foods, use a cold compress, …

Orthodontic Tech: 3 Advancements in 2026

Orthodontics has evolved significantly in recent years. While traditional braces and clear aligners remain trusted ways to straighten teeth and improve bite alignment, new technology is making orthodontic treatment …

Braces Side Effects: Common Symptoms, Pain & What to Expect

If you’re considering braces, you may wonder: What are the side effects of braces? Most braces side effects are mild and temporary. Common symptoms include tooth soreness, cheek irritation, …

Bite Turbos for Braces: What to Expect, How to Eat & FAQs

If you’ve been told you need bite turbos for braces, you may have a few questions: What are they? Will they hurt? How will I eat? How long will …

How to Remove Braces at Home: Why It’s Not Safe

If you’re searching how to remove braces at home or how to remove braces from teeth at home, chances are something isn’t going as planned. Maybe a bracket came …

How to Relieve Braces Pain: Orthodontist-Approved Tips

One of the most common questions we hear during consultations is, “Do braces hurt?” The honest answer? Occasionally, yes—but usually not as much as people expect. Whether you’ve just …

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Dental Insurance for Braces: What Patients Should Know Before Starting Orthodontic Treatment

Trying to understand dental insurance for braces before starting orthodontic treatment can feel confusing fast. Between waiting periods, coverage percentages, PPO networks, deductibles, and lifetime maximums, many patients are …

How Long Do Braces Stay On? Your Smile Timeline Explained

Getting braces is an exciting step toward a healthier, more confident smile but one of the first questions we hear is: “How long do braces stay on for?” Let’s …

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Can You Chew Gum with Braces? Your Questions Answered

Getting braces is exciting—but it also comes with new rules for your teeth, diet, and oral habits. One of the most common questions we hear is: “Can you chew …

How to Choose the Best Braces Color for Your Lifestyle

Choosing braces isn’t just about straightening your smile, it’s also about expressing your style. With so many braces colors available, picking the right one can feel overwhelming. The good …

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Choose from 8 convenient Unique Orthodontics locations across the Central Valley. You can also call our main call center number below and our team will help schedule your visit at the office that works best for you.

(559) 222-2522
Fresno - Cedar

6646 N Cedar Ave
Fresno, CA 93710
Fresno - Shaw

1616 W. Shaw Avenue Suite A6
Fresno, CA 93711
Clovis

427 W. Nees Ave Suite 101
Clovis, CA 93611
Merced

1156 Olivewood Dr.
Merced, CA 95348
Madera

2377 West Cleveland Ave
Suite 107 Madera, CA 93637
Visalia

5422 W Cypress Ave
Visalia, CA 93277
Tulare

1450 E. Prosperity Ave
Tulare, CA 93274
Hanford

1479 W Lacey Blvd
Hanford, CA 93230

Administrative Locations

Conference Center

6702 N Cedar Ave #101
Fresno, CA 93710
Corporate

6688 N Cedar Ave
Fresno, CA 93710

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How to Stop Braces Pain: 7 Ways to Relieve Soreness

Orthodontic Tech: 3 Advancements in 2026

Braces Side Effects: Common Symptoms, Pain & What to Expect

Bite Turbos for Braces: What to Expect, How to Eat & FAQs

How to Remove Braces at Home: Why It’s Not Safe

How to Relieve Braces Pain: Orthodontist-Approved Tips

Dental Insurance for Braces: What Patients Should Know Before Starting Orthodontic Treatment

How Long Do Braces Stay On? Your Smile Timeline Explained

Can You Chew Gum with Braces? Your Questions Answered

How to Choose the Best Braces Color for Your Lifestyle

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