Getting Started with Braces and Orthodontics

Info for Patients

Welcome to Straighten Up Orthodontics’ patient information section, where you can find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. You can also read tips on caring for your braces, Invisalign® clear aligners, and functional appliances. Have a specific question regarding your treatment plan? Don’t hesitate to call our Silver Spring orthodontic office. We’d be happy to answer your questions!

Read the FAQs

Find answers to the most common questions on braces, Invisalign®, and functional appliances.

Orthodontic Emergiencies

It’s your survival guide to living with braces. Find out how to care for your braces and make the most of orthodontic treatments in our Living with Braces section.

Living With Braces

It’s your survival guide to living with braces. Find out how to care for your braces and make the most of orthodontic treatments in our Living with Braces section.

Functional Appliance Care

Read up on everything you need to know in order to properly care for your functional appliance.

Caring for Invisalign® Aligners

Even without the brackets and wires, there are still some things you need to do to keep your Invisalign® aligners in pristine condition.

Financing Options

At Straighten Up Orthodontics in Silver Spring, it is our mission to provide quality orthodontic care while also minding the budget realities of our patients.

Privacy Policy

As a patient and/or website visitor, your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. Read more.

Covid-19 Update

Dr. Wilsthire and the Straighten Up Orthodontics team is committed to providing you with comprehensive and compassionate orthodontic treatment. Read more.

Helpful Videos

We’ve compiled articles and videos with information about orthodontic care and best practices. See more.