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Early Orthodontic Care at Age 7: A Path to Cost-Effective Treatment
Learn how early orthodontic checks at age 7 can prevent complex treatments later — an airway-first, cost-effective approach from RS Orthodontics.
Common Orthodontic Myths — What Parents Should Know
Parents want the best (and myths get in the way) As a parent you’re constantly making choices that shape your child’s health and confidence. Orthodontic care can feel confusing — and well-meaning advice from friends or the internet sometimes creates myths that delay...
How Airway Health Impacts Your Child’s Smile
At RS Orthodontics, we believe orthodontic care isn't just about straight teeth—it's abouthealthy development from the inside out. That's why we take an airway-first approachwhen evaluating your child's orthodontic needs. Why does airway matter? Because how a child...
Braces vs. Invisalign: What I Recommend to Parents (and Why)
Why Treatment Choice Matters Choosing between braces and Invisalign® is more than a cosmetic decision. At RS Orthodontics, we guide families toward the option that fits their child’s age, activity level, and oral health needs—ensuring efficient results and maximum...
Is Your Child’s Smile Developing Properly?
Why Early Smile Checks Matter Your child’s smile is developing long before braces ever appear. At RS Orthodontics, we partner with parents to spot subtle warning signs early, so treatments can be simpler, faster, and more comfortable. “A free evaluation at age 7 can...
Why Age 7 Is the Magic Number for Orthodontic Checkups
Many parents wonder when the right time is for their child to see an orthodontist. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, age 7 is the magic number. At RS Orthodontics, we believe early evaluation helps us guide proper jaw development, detect bite...
3 Signs For Airway Issues
Is your child a mouth breather? Does your child snore at night? Does your child have difficulty waking up after long hours of sleep? Or difficulty concentrating at school? SYMPTOMS IN A CHILD WITH COMPROMISED AIRWAY: Crooked or Crowded Teeth Chronic Allergies and...
October 2 Proclaimed “Global Airway Health Day”
Awareness Campaign Aims to Educate Public & Promote Diagnosis of Hidden Airway Disorder Affecting Millions of Adults and Children in the U.S. Martinsburg (10/2/2021) -- Airway-centered Disorder (ACD) is a serious medical condition affecting at least 10% of the US...
Our Orthodontist in Charles Town, WV & Martinsburg, WV Welcomes You Back to Our Offices
At RS Orthodontics, our mission is to offer high-quality orthodontic care to our valued patients. Even though we’re all adjusting to a new normal way of doing business, our orthodontist in Charles Town, WV, and Martinsburg, WV is looking forward to seeing you back in...
Orthodontist Explores Why Adults Love Invisalign In Martinsburg WV
Did you know that our teeth continue to shift throughout our lives? Whether it’s due to late-life tooth movement or treatment that simply never got done during childhood, there are plenty of adults in the United States who wish their smiles could be a bit straighter....