Welcome to the blog at Joosse Family Orthodontics

This is your go-to resource for all things orthodontics. Here at Joosse Family Orthodontics, our blog brings you:

Educational blogs about braces, aligners, retainers, and orthodontic care
Updates about our practice, community events, and news
Patient stories, FAQs, and useful tips to support your treatment journey

Stay informed, get inspired, and learn more about how we help smiles shine brighter. Be sure to check back regularly for new posts!

The Case Against Oral Piercings
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The Case Against Oral Piercings

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T13:08:56-04:00January 1st, 2019|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: Joosse Family Orthodontics, oral health tip|

Recently, I’ve seen a number of patients with oral piercings. Makes me wonder if this trend is coming back. Hopefully [...]

Asher’s Gray Tooth, or Subluxation of A Primary Tooth
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Asher’s Gray Tooth, or Subluxation of A Primary Tooth

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T13:12:00-04:00November 1st, 2018|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: infant dental care, Joosse Family Orthodontics|

Subluxation injury. This is a picture of Asher, my 3-year-old son. Notice his discolored front tooth. In August, he was [...]

Ribbon Cutting at Joosse Family Orthodontics!
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Ribbon Cutting at Joosse Family Orthodontics!

Dr. Joosse2025-01-07T08:28:42-05:00October 25th, 2018|Categories: Blog|Tags: Joosse Family Orthodontics|

Joosse Family Orthodontics is pleased to announce the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of their new location! Located at 1116 Professional [...]

Phase I or Early Orthodontic Treatment (Part 4 of 4)
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Phase I or Early Orthodontic Treatment (Part 4 of 4)

Dr. Joosse2025-10-10T08:40:39-04:00October 5th, 2018|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics, Phase 1 Treatment|Tags: Joosse Family Orthodontics, phase 1 orthodontic treatment|

In the previous three blog posts, I’ve discussed the most common indications for Phase I or early orthodontic treatment: To [...]

My Journey To Orthodontics
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My Journey To Orthodontics

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T13:28:15-04:00October 1st, 2018|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: Joosse Family Orthodontics|

Journey to Orthodontics: In 1997, at the age of 17, I finished a course of transformative orthodontic treatment that allowed [...]

Lifetime Retainer Wear
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Lifetime Retainer Wear

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T13:48:18-04:00September 23rd, 2018|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: Joosse Family Orthodontics, retention|

I believe a retainer should be worn for life. Over the years, I’ve seen a lot of funny tattoos stating [...]

If you Were Stranded on a Desert Island…the Magic of Floss

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T13:59:21-04:00September 12th, 2018|Categories: Blog|Tags: Joosse Family Orthodontics|

If you were stranded on a desert island, and you had to choose between having a roll of floss or [...]

Retainer Types and Rules for Wear
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Retainer Types and Rules for Wear

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T14:06:43-04:00September 11th, 2018|Categories: Blog, Orthodontics|Tags: Joosse Family Orthodontics, retention|

In a recent blog post, I discussed my primary rule for retainers: that they should be worn every night for [...]

Why Choose Invisalign Over Braces for Your Teen?
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Why Choose Invisalign Over Braces for Your Teen?

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T14:09:02-04:00September 11th, 2018|Categories: Blog, Invisalign|Tags: braces, Dr. Joosse, invisalign, Joosse Family Orthodontics, orthodontist Williamsburg Va|

Teenagers love Invisalign treatment, and I love to offer them that option. I love braces. I do. Back in the [...]

Teething
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Teething

Dr. Joosse2024-06-18T14:14:32-04:00September 5th, 2018|Categories: Blog|Tags: infant dental care|

I recently came across a short article published by the American Dental Association (ADA) about teething. The article can be [...]