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It’s that time again! October isn’t just pumpkin spice season… It’s Orthodontic Health Month and National Bullying Prevention Month — two very important reasons to raise awareness. It’s the perfect time to celebrate the power of a healthy smile: one that improves your health, boosts your confidence, and encourages you to spread kindness to those...

It’s hard to believe 2025 is almost over! As the holidays approach, so does another deadline you can’t afford to miss: your FSA funds. If you have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), now’s the time to put those dollars to work — and what better investment than a beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime? Most...

If you or your child has braces, you’ve probably heard about rubber bands (elastics). They’re an essential orthodontic appliance for many patients — and they’re not the same as the colorful ligatures that hold wires to brackets with traditional braces. Braces rubber bands help to move your teeth and correct problems with your bite. If...

Halloween 2025 is all about costumes, candy, and confidence — and your smile deserves to be part of the celebration! Whether you’re walking the neighborhood with your trick-or-treat bag, heading to a school party, or snapping photos before a big night out, your braces or Invisalign® don’t have to hold you back.  Before you dive...

If you’re waking up tired all the time, even after a full night’s sleep, it’s easy to blame stress, poor sleep habits, or just getting older. But what if the root cause runs deeper? For many adults, chronic fatigue is actually tied to something far more structural: the width of your palate. Let’s break down...

When most people hear the words “jaw surgery,” it can feel intimidating. The thought of a lengthy procedure, recovery time, and the invasive nature of surgery may leave you wondering if it really is the only option. The good news? There might be an alternative option out there for you! At Matsumoto Orthodontics & Periodontics,...

Orthodontic treatment is a priceless investment — but that doesn’t mean cost isn’t a factor. We understand this! We’re always looking for ways to make orthodontics more affordable and more convenient for you and your family. If you’re thinking about investing in your smile and quality of life, we have some great news for you....

If you’ve been told that you need jaw surgery to correct a narrow upper jaw, we have good news… you may have non-surgical options at Matsumoto Orthodontics & Periodontics. Dr. Matsumoto provides advanced techniques in palatal expansion for adults and teens, using two powerful tools: MARPE and the MSE expander. But what’s the difference between...