If you’re an athlete, you know it’s essential to stay safe on the field or court. But did you know that your oral health can easily be compromised? Unfortunately, athletes are more likely to suffer from oral injuries than the average person. Throw orthodontic appliances into the picture, and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. Read More

Congratulations! You’ve taken the first step to get a beautiful, healthy, straight smile: That’s why you got braces! Now you’re faced with the challenge of keeping your teeth clean and healthy while sporting brackets, wires, and other bits and pieces. Learning how to brush your teeth with braces can take a little practice, but Dr. Read More

Orthodontic treatment comes in many forms. Sometimes our patients look for a quick smile tune-up, and other times, they want an entire smile makeover. Fortunately, Petrunic Orthodontics is here to help with any and all orthodontic needs – including facial asymmetry! If you’re feeling insecure about the shape of your face and you’re wondering how Read More

As you begin your orthodontics journey, it’s important to have the right information from the right person when you leave your first appointment. Your treatment process should be a collaborative effort between you and your orthodontist, so you want the right expert guiding you every step of the way. The right office for you will Read More

If you’re getting braces, odds are you’re Googling everything you can about them – and that’s great! Doing your research is extremely important when you’re deciding whether you’re ready to finally get the straight smile of your dreams.  However, while research never hurts, there are a lot of myths about braces on the internet that Read More

Choosing an orthodontic treatment plan can feel overwhelming. With so many options to choose from, you might find yourself Googling the best and worst ways to treat your teeth — it’s probably how you found this article, too! Although Google can be a great tool for research, sometimes you may find misleading answers that paint Read More

Have you ever been scrolling through TikTok when you come across a video similar to one you liked just hours before, only to find that it’s not nearly your taste? The TikTok algorithm does its best to anticipate the content you’ll want to see, but it’s no match for your best friend who knows exactly Read More

When most people think of braces, they picture a teenager with a mouth full of brackets and wires. They might even think of extreme headgear and unseemly appliances. In the modern age of orthodontics, however, braces are designed for people of all ages — and they are a lot more aesthetically pleasing, too!  As braces Read More

It is no secret that your body does much of its healing and repair while sleeping, but did you know that your oral health can dramatically affect your sleep quality? If you are having trouble sleeping due to teeth grinding, sleep apnea, or snoring, there is a good chance that orthodontic treatment can help change Read More

With years of experience straightening smiles for the Prattville, AL area, our knowledgeable team at Petrunic Orthodontics knows your treatment may require more than just straightening your teeth. Facial asymmetry, caused by a narrow upper jaw or a crossbite, is not just an aesthetic concern for some patients. It can also contribute to other oral Read More