Braces-Friendly Summer Fun: Treats, Travel, and Smiles That Last All Season
July is built for fun — fireworks, cookouts, road trips, and plenty of ice cream. (It is National Ice Cream Month, after all.) Having braces
Author: Mary Sekavec
Make the Most of Summer Break: A Smart Time to Start Orthodontic Treatment
School is out, the calendar finally has some breathing room, and the days are long and easy. For families thinking about straighter smiles, that combination
National Smile Month: Why Your Smile Matters More Than You Think
Did you know your smile is often the very first thing people notice about you? According to the American Dental Association, people rank smiles as
Braces and Summer Adventures: Your Ultimate WAO Survival Guide for a Smile-Friendly Summer
Summer in California means sunshine, road trips, sports, pool days, beach snacks, and late-night ice cream runs. But if you’re wearing braces, summer also comes
Creating Thousands of Confident Smiles Throughout Our Communities
This June, we’re celebrating the two doctors who have helped create thousands of confident smiles throughout our communities. Dr. Wafelbakker and Dr. Anderson have spent
National Smile Month Is Here… and Moms, This One’s For You
Let’s be honest—May and June hit differently. You’re juggling end-of-school chaos, sports schedules, family plans, and somehow keeping everything (and everyone) on track. You’ve scheduled
Stress and Your Smile: An Overlooked Connection
Most people think of stress as something that affects sleep, mood, or energy levels. What often gets overlooked is how stress can also affect oral
Spring Sports and Your Smile: Why Mouthguards Matter
Spring brings longer days, warmer weather, and a full calendar of sports and outdoor activities. Baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, biking, and skateboarding all pick up
March Smiles: Spring Fun, Healthy Habits & Lucky Grins for the Whole Family
March is a favorite month at Wafelbakker Anderson Orthodontics—and not just because spring is on the way. It’s a time filled with fresh routines, fun
Why February Is the Perfect Time to Focus on Confidence, Health, and Your Smile
February is a month centered on connection—Heart Health Month, Valentine’s season, and Boost Self-Esteem Month all remind us how closely health, confidence, and relationships are