Ask Dr. Andersen: Am I too old for braces?

Who’s afraid of “metal mouth” and the physical appearance of braces? Not today's adults, apparently. Recently, our staff at W. Clark Andersen read a fascinating statistic: the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996!

Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong, healthy and perfectly-aligned, but perhaps another reason for the spike in adult braces is this: people want to look and feel great. In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, and at a time when evenly-aligned and sparkling teeth might be the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing—wisely, we might add—to invest in orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment with Dr. Andersen can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, W. Clark Andersen would love to have you visit for a complimentary consultation. Please give us a call to schedule your appointment today!

"Hey Dr. Andersen! How does Invisalign really work?"

Perhaps you've wondered how Invisalign treatment manages to straighten your teeth without using metallic traditional braces? The Invisalign system at is a state-of-the-art system of clear, removable aligners that we proudly offer at our convenient locations in Brigham City and Garland.

Not only are the aligners invisible, they are also removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment with Dr. Andersen. Plus, brushing and flossing are no problem. They are also comfortable, with no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. And no metal and wires usually means you spend less time in your doctor's office getting adjustments. Invisalign also allows you to view your own virtual treatment plan when you begin treatment so you can see how your straight teeth will look when your treatment is complete.

Dr. Andersen also provides plenty of resources on our website about Invisalign, or give our office a call to learn if this revolutionary new treatment option is right for you! Dr. Andersen, who will gladly provide a complimentary consultation, is the trusted orthodontist of Brigham City, Garland, Harrisville, North Ogden and surrounding communities.

Access your account—any day, any time—at W. Clark Andersen DDS

Did you know that Dr. Andersen's patients enjoy access to their account 24 hours a day, seven days a week—all through our website? If you're a patient of ours, you can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, all from the comfort of your own home! You can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages!

You may sign up for this convenient service on our website by clicking on the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please give us a call at our Brigham City or Garland location if you have any questions about getting started!

Tell us about your summer plans!

We just can't believe it's already June. As the school year comes to an end for a lot of Dr. Andersen's patients, the days get longer and the temperatures begin to climb, there’s no better way to beat the heat than jump into a pool or cool off under the shade with a beverage. For a lot of our patients, summer brings a chance to get away from it all and escape every-day life, if only for a week or two. For others, it means a season of relaxation and relief from homework and other duties.

What about you?

What are your plans for summer? Do you have any interesting plans for a summer vacation? Does your family have a vacation or family reunion planned? Our staff want to see when and how you are all spending your summer vacations. If you’re going somewhere exotic, tell us about it! If you're going camping, great! Even if you're staying at home, that can be fun, too.

Please feel free to share your summer plans and experiences with us on our Facebook page as the summer rolls along!