Dr. Lints Orthodontics

Dr. Lints Orthodontics Proudly serving Northern Michigan since 1989. Health, Function, and Aesthetics.

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and bright smiles! 🎄✨Whether you’re beginning or co...
12/25/2025

Wishing everyone a joyful holiday season filled with love, laughter, and bright smiles! 🎄✨

Whether you’re beginning or continuing your braces journey, we’re so proud to be part of your smile transformation. From our orthodontic family to yours, may your days be merry, your confidence shine, and your orthodontic treatment bring even more reasons to smile this coming year! ❤️

☕ Warm drinks and chilly weather go hand in hand, but when you have braces, some sips are better than others. These brac...
12/17/2025

☕ Warm drinks and chilly weather go hand in hand, but when you have braces, some sips are better than others. These braces-friendly drinks are cozy and safe:

➡️ Herbal teas for braces help soothe your mouth and don’t stain.
➡️ Green tea braces can reduce bacteria and support gum health.
➡️ Enjoy warm lemon water braces sparingly and rinse to protect enamel.
➡️ Try sugar-free drinks braces to avoid sticky sugars around brackets.

Keep your smile cozy, clean, and confident this winter! 🦷✨
📲 Schedule a visit if you need help keeping your braces in top shape.

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As the year wraps up, don’t let your FSA or HSA benefits go to waste. 🎁 Many patients don’t realize they can use FSA for...
12/10/2025

As the year wraps up, don’t let your FSA or HSA benefits go to waste. 🎁 Many patients don’t realize they can use FSA for braces or use HSA for orthodontics to help offset their orthodontic treatment cost.

Whether you’re planning a new orthodontic treatment or in the middle of one, using your benefits now can make a big difference in managing your orthodontic care cost. 💵

Smile brighter this season by making your benefits work for you. Schedule your appointment today! 😄

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Happy National Cookie Day. If you have braces, you might wonder, can you eat cookies with braces? The good news is yes.H...
12/04/2025

Happy National Cookie Day. If you have braces, you might wonder, can you eat cookies with braces? The good news is yes.

Here are a few braces care tips to enjoy your treats safely.
🍪 Stick to soft cookies for braces such as soft-baked or sugar cookies.
🚫 Avoid crunchy, sticky, or nut-filled cookies to prevent braces breakage.
🪥 Always rinse, brush, and floss after eating to maintain good braces oral hygiene.
🍴 Cut cookies into smaller pieces and chew carefully.

You can still celebrate and enjoy your favorite cookies while keeping your braces safe.

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🍂 From our hearts to yours, we hope your day is full of love, gratitude, and good food! Happy Thanksgiving and kind wish...
11/27/2025

🍂 From our hearts to yours, we hope your day is full of love, gratitude, and good food! Happy Thanksgiving and kind wishes to everyone celebrating Thanksgiving 2025 🥧✨

🎄 Look who just became our first patient to arrive in a Christmas sweater this season! Dr. Lints loves seeing happy smil...
11/26/2025

🎄 Look who just became our first patient to arrive in a Christmas sweater this season!

Dr. Lints loves seeing happy smiles in our orthodontic office.

If you want affordable braces or clear braces to perfect your smile, now’s the time to schedule your orthodontic consultation! 🎅😁

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Keep your braces sparkling with these simple steps 😎. Focus on how to avoid braces stains and protect your smile:1️⃣ Pic...
11/19/2025

Keep your braces sparkling with these simple steps 😎. Focus on how to avoid braces stains and protect your smile:

1️⃣ Pick dark ligature colors to hide potential stains
2️⃣ Braces hygiene tips: Brush, floss, and rinse after meals or snacks
3️⃣ Watch your diet: Reduce foods that stain braces like berries, curry, coffee, and tomato-based sauces
4️⃣ Clean immediately: Proper brushing helps remove braces stains before they stick
5️⃣ Extra tip: Avoid smoking and save whitening products for after treatment

💡 A few mindful habits go a long way. Keep your braces clean and your smile bright every day 🦷✨

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Braces can sometimes cause discomfort, but most issues are easy to manage with the right steps 😎. Here’s a 7-point guide...
11/14/2025

Braces can sometimes cause discomfort, but most issues are easy to manage with the right steps 😎. Here’s a 7-point guide on how to fix common braces problems:

1️⃣ How to stop braces pain: Tender teeth after adjustments? Stick to soft foods and pain relievers
2️⃣ Braces wire poking cheek: Cover with dental wax for relief
3️⃣ Chapped lips: Keep lips moisturized and drink plenty of water
4️⃣ Sores on the tongue: Use wax, cut food smaller, and rinse with salt water
5️⃣ How to fix broken braces bracket: Contact your orthodontist, avoid hard foods
6️⃣ How to fix loose braces wire: Temporary wax helps, then call your orthodontist
7️⃣ What to do if braces bracket falls off: Don’t glue it yourself, get professional help

💡 Stay comfortable and protect your smile. Questions about how to fix broken braces bracket or loose braces wire? Your orthodontist has you covered 🦷✨

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Today, on Veterans Day 2025 🇺🇸 we celebrate and honor our heroes. Knowing the true meaning of Veterans Day helps us reme...
11/11/2025

Today, on Veterans Day 2025 🇺🇸 we celebrate and honor our heroes. Knowing the true meaning of Veterans Day helps us remember the sacrifices made for our freedom. Thank you to every veteran for your service 🙏💙.

Feeling extra braces discomfort this cold-weather month? ❄️ Cold air and dry indoor heating can all take a toll on your ...
11/05/2025

Feeling extra braces discomfort this cold-weather month? ❄️ Cold air and dry indoor heating can all take a toll on your smile. Here are our top braces care tips to keep your teeth and braces happy:

1️⃣ Warm, soft meals help reduce cold weather and teeth sensitivity
2️⃣ Stay hydrated and use a humidifier to combat dry mouth
3️⃣ Protect your braces during sports with a mouthguard
4️⃣ Choose soft foods and cut hard treats into small pieces
5️⃣ Keep up with brushing and flossing for clean teeth

Keep your smile strong with orthodontic care. Ready to get personalized advice for your braces? Schedule a visit today 🦷✨

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Halloween vibes all around 🎃Our team swapped scrubs for costumes today for a little Halloween fun at Dr. Lints Orthodont...
10/31/2025

Halloween vibes all around 🎃
Our team swapped scrubs for costumes today for a little Halloween fun at Dr. Lints Orthodontics 👻
Smiles, laughs, and a bit of spooky spirit! 🦷✨

Straight teeth, spooky treats! 😁🍬We’re conjuring up some serious Halloween spirit around here! Because nothing goes bett...
10/31/2025

Straight teeth, spooky treats! 😁🍬
We’re conjuring up some serious Halloween spirit around here! Because nothing goes better with Halloween fun than a dazzling smile.
Enjoy the Halloween vibes and have a super happy Halloween! 🕷️🦷

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Traverse City, MI
49684

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Welcome to Dr. Lints Orthodontics

Providing Top Quality Orthodontic Treatment with Invisalign & Braces in Traverse City, Elk Rapids, and Suttons Bay!

During a patient’s first appointment, Dr. Lints and his treatment coordinator will complete an orthodontic consult, including an exam. Dr. Lints tailors each treatment plan to the individual, often working with other healthcare professionals in order to accomplish the best results possible.

What to expect from a complimentary orthodontic consult with Dr. Lints:


  • Whether the patient should receive orthodontic care