Removable Retainers

Bailey Orthodontics has been providing high quality orthodontic care to the Surprise, AZ community and is now serving Wickenburg, AZ. We have a reputation for the excellent care and a positive experience for our patients.


Your retainers should be worn at all times with the exception of eating and brushing your teeth. Your retainer should also be removed when participating in sports that require a mouthguard or while swimming. After 12 months of full-time wear, we may revise your retention treatment, allowing the retainer to strictly be worn at night

Your final orthodontic result depends on your retainers, so follow through with the hard work you’ve put in so far.

January is #NationalSoupMonth

Did you know that January is National Soup Month? We love this idea and encourage you to celebrate by making and eating some savory soups. Not only is soup perfect for keeping warm in January, but it's also braces friendly so all of our patients can indulge in this meal. Whether you want a soup that is low calorie or hearty, we found some recipes that are great for any diet, or lack thereof.

Here are some soul-warming soups you must try this month!

Chinese Hot & Sour Soup

Savory Vegetable Beef Soup

Chicken Pozole Soup

Clam Chowder

These soups are the perfect meal for the family on a cold winter day, as well as nutritious and low-cal. Expand your pallet this month and try some new recipes that are body and teeth friendly. Let us know what your favorites are by leaving a comment below or posting on our Facebook page.

Happy New Year From Bailey Orthodontics

Bailey Orthodontics would like to wish you and yours a very happy holiday season as we approach the New Year! We hope that you are able to spend time with your friends and loved ones while enjoying full meals, big hugs, and lots of love and laughs.

If you are currently being treated and wear an orthodontic appliance, please be sure to make the proper choices when enjoying holiday treats that are sticky or chewy. Should you have any questions, please visit our website for common questions and answers regarding appliances.

Remember New Year's celebrations tend to have treats we don't usually indulge it, so be sure to brush and floss after your special countdown!

Happy New Year!

What are your holiday plans? Share your holiday activities with us by commenting below or by sharing on our Facebook page!

Holiday Hours

Our office will be closed December 21-January 1, 2016 so we can spend time with our families during the holidays. Patients can still call the office for emergencies. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause & wish everyone a safe & happy holiday!

Elf Dance Facebook Faceoff

It has been a little competitive at Bailey Orthodontics with our Elf Dance Facebook Faceoff going on! Recently, our staff turned into Santa’s little helpers and were caught on camera singing and dancing as elves! The video footage is so awesome, they've been posted on Facebook to determine which one is the best.  Now, we’re turning to you to help us decide who has the best dance!

Help us pick a winner in this battle between the front office VS the back office.   

If you haven’t had the chance to watch the videos, check them out now & LIKE your favorite one!

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Tips For Healthy Resolutions

With the end of the year approaching many of you are thinking of ideas for your new year resolutions! Some people want to lose weight, change their style, or pick up a new hobby.  Whatever you goal for 2016 may be, almost all resolutions are typically promises we make to ourselves as an act of self-improvement for the upcoming year.  For our patients who are vowing to have a bright and healthy smile in 2016, we’ve gathered some quick tips to make caring for your braces a little easier next year.

Tip # 1 Do Your Part

It’s important to take exceptionally good care of your teeth throughout orthodontic treatment. You can keep your teeth and gums in the greatest condition by keeping them clean and making the extra effort to take a little more time on your dental hygiene routine. Remember, the best result from your orthodontic treatment is a result of a team effort among your orthodontist and yourself.

Tip #2 Avoid Plaque                

Have you ever noticed a sticky, colorless film developing on your teeth? That’s called plaque.  Plaque is composed of bacteria, saliva, and food and can form on your teeth or around your braces. This can cause bad breath, cavities, or swollen gums. Also, plaque can leave permanent marks on your teeth, which no one ever wants. Be sure you avoid this by remembering the basics; brush & floss regularly.

Tip #3 Remember the Basics

We’ve all grown up being told to brush and floss after each meal from our parents and family dentists; well orthodontists follow the same rule when it comes to the basics.  Be sure you brush thoroughly after each meal.  Out on the town, or stuck in class? That’s no excuse! Rinse your mouth with water until you can brush. It’s as easy as that.

Many people have the brushing part down, but tend to leave flossing out of the equation. Be sure you floss at least once a day; we recommend every night before bed so you don’t feel rushed. Flossing may seem a little difficult with braces at first, so don’t forget to use a floss threader if needed.  Also, clean carefully along and under the gumlines. The more you floss, the more routine it will become.

Be sure you follow Bailey Orthodontics staff’s directions on hygiene to avoid any future troubles that may arise. Let us know if you have any questions or difficulties at your next appointment, or give us a call at (623)977-0707.

Best Snack Choices

We know that getting kids and teens to eat healthy isn’t always an easy task, especially when they’re busy with school and other activities. And as parents…we’re even busier. It’s OK to admit that sometimes it’s just easier to grab fast food on the way home from work or toss our kids a couple bucks to purchase lunch in the school cafeteria. But proper nutrition not only insures that our kids will grow into healthy adults, it also insures that the money we spent on their orthodontic care does not go to waste.

Did you know that a proper diet provides all the essential nutrients to bones and tissues undergoing change? So, the healthier you are, the better the results of your orthodontic treatment.

Knowing this…we thought we’d pass along five quick, delicious and nutritious snacks your kids are sure to love.

1. Cheese – Cheese is one of the healthiest snacks for your child’s teeth. In addition to providing calcium, cheese also helps fight cavities. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Cheese stimulates the body’s salivary glands to clear the mouth of debris. This means cheese disrupts the development of cavities, especially when eaten as a snack or at the end of a meal. Also…the Calcium and phosphorous found in cheese prevents decreases in the plaque’s ph level and work to re-mineralize the enamel of your child’s teeth.

2. Blueberries - Blueberries are loaded with Vitamin C, as well as folic acid, minerals, fiber and disease-fighting phytochemicals, which have shown to help prevent cancer and diabetes. Try adding blueberries as a topping to cereal or even mix them into muffins and pancakes…the kids will love that.

3. Whole Wheat Bread – Whole wheat bread gives kids their iron, vitamins, magnesium, and zinc. So instead of making a sandwich on white bread for lunch…use Whole Wheat Bread instead. It’s a little change that will make a big impact.

4. Oatmeal - Instead of high-sugar, high-fat options from the grocery store, try baking a batch of low-fat oatmeal cookies. Raisins, cranberries, dried apricots and nuts can be great additions to the cookie dough because of their nutritional value & taste.

5. Yogurt - Eating dairy is not just healthy for building strong bones, but is essential for maintaining a strong, healthy mouth. Consider Yogurt as an alternative to ice-cream for dessert. When mixed with berries and granola…yogurt is a tasty treat.

For more information about which foods are best for keeping your kids and their teeth healthy…feel free to give us a call, post a comment here on our blog or ask us on Facebook!