# GO Orthodontics

> Purpose: Inform patients and families about orthodontic care options in Oxford, Saltillo, Southaven, Corinth, Starkville, and Columbus, Mississippi; and Collierville, Tennessee


## Pages

- [Test](https://goorthodontics.com/test/)
- [Invisalign Stickables](https://goorthodontics.com/invisalign/invisalign-stickables/)
- [Columbus Office](https://goorthodontics.com/columbus-orthodontic-office/)
- [Starkville Office](https://goorthodontics.com/starkville-orthodontic-office/)
- [Meet Dr. Li-Ping Chew](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/li-ping-chew/)
- [Invisalign Palatal Expander](https://goorthodontics.com/invisalign-palatal-expander/)
- [Dentist Referral](https://goorthodontics.com/dentist-referral/)
- [Early Intervention](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatments/early-intervention/)
- [Orthodontic Treatment Options](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatments/)
- [Virtual Consultation](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/virtual-consultation/)
- [Orthodontist Serving Germantown, TN](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontist-serving-germantown-tn/)
- [Orthodontist Serving Memphis, TN](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontist-serving-memphis/)
- [Orthodontist Serving Savannah, Adamsville and Counce, TN](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontist-serving-savannah-adamsville-counce/)
- [Orthodontist Serving Tupelo, MS](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontist-serving-tupelo/)
- [Meet Dr. Shane Radford](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/shane-radford/)
- [Our Technology](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/ortho-technology-leaders/)
- [Corinth Office](https://goorthodontics.com/corinth-orthodontic-office/)
- [Collierville Office](https://goorthodontics.com/collierville-orthodontic-office/)
- [Southaven Office](https://goorthodontics.com/southaven-orthodontic-office/)
- [Saltillo Office](https://goorthodontics.com/saltillo-orthodontic-office/)
- [Common Orthodontic Issues](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/common-orthodontic-issues/)
- [Reviews/Testimonials](https://goorthodontics.com/results/reviews-testimonials/)
- [Emergency Orthodontist](https://goorthodontics.com/patient-resources/emergency-orthodontist/)
- [Financing and Insurance](https://goorthodontics.com/patient-resources/orthodontics-financing/)
- [FAQ](https://goorthodontics.com/patient-resources/frequently-asked-questions-orthodontics/)
- [Life with Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/patient-resources/living-tips-for-braces/)
- [Patient Forms](https://goorthodontics.com/patient-resources/patient-forms/)
- [Your First Visit](https://goorthodontics.com/patient-resources/your-first-visit/)
- [Cost of Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/types-of-braces/cost-of-braces/)
- [Gold Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/types-of-braces/gold-braces/)
- [Clear Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/types-of-braces/clear-braces/)
- [Traditional Metal Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/types-of-braces/metal-traditional-braces/)
- [Types of Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/types-of-braces/)
- [Corrective Jaw Surgery](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/orthodontic-surgery/)
- [Dentofacial Orthopedics](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/dentofacial-orthopedics/)
- [Orthodontic Appliances](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/orthodontic-appliances/)
- [Palatal Expander](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/palatal-expander/)
- [Retainers](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/retainers/)
- [Same Day Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/same-day-braces/)
- [Braces for Adults](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/braces-for-adults/)
- [Braces for Teens](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/braces-for-teens/)
- [Invisalign for Kids](https://goorthodontics.com/invisalign/invisalign-for-kids/)
- [Invisalign for Adults](https://goorthodontics.com/invisalign/invisalign-adults/)
- [Invisalign for Teens](https://goorthodontics.com/invisalign/invisalign-teens/)
- [Invisalign](https://goorthodontics.com/invisalign/)
- [Patient Rewards](https://go-orthodontics.patientrewardshub.com/)
- [Sitemap](https://goorthodontics.com/sitemap/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://goorthodontics.com/privacy-policy/)
- [Cost of Invisalign](https://goorthodontics.com/invisalign/cost-of-invisalign/)
- [Oxford Office](https://goorthodontics.com/oxford-orthodontic-office/)
- [Schedule Complimentary Exam](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-appointment-request/)
- [Blog](https://goorthodontics.com/patient-resources/blog/)
- [About Our Team](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/orthodontic-team/)
- [Braces for Kids](https://goorthodontics.com/orthodontic-treatment/braces-for-kids/)
- [The GO Orthodontics Difference](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/the-go-orthodontics-difference/)
- [Meet Dr. Morgan W. Gonder](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/morgan-w-gonder/)
- [Meet Dr. Shawn O' Bannon](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/shawn-o-bannon/)
- [Meet Dr. Todd Gililland](https://goorthodontics.com/our-practice/todd-gililland/)
- [Home](https://goorthodontics.com/)


## Posts

- [The Ultimate Back-to-School Braces Checklist: 10 Tips for a Smooth School Year](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/back-to-school-braces-checklist/)
- [Can You Get Braces the Same Day as Your Consultation?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/preparing-same-day-braces/)
- [Is It Time to Straighten Your Teeth? 7 Signs It May Be Time for Orthodontic Treatment](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/7-signs-you-may-need-braces-orthodontics/)
- [Does Dental Insurance Cover Adult Braces or Invisalign? How It Works](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/does-insurance-cover-adult-braces-or-invisalign/)
- [Braces & Invisalign for Kids: Top Parent Questions Answered](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/braces-questions-for-parents/)
- [Straight Teeth, Healthy Smile: The Link Between Orthodontics & Oral Health](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/orthodontics-and-oral-health/)
- [Invisalign Feels Loose or Isn’t Fitting Right? Here’s What’s Normal and What’s Not](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-feels-loose-what-to-do/)
- [How to Clean Retainers: Full Guide to Remove Plaque, Deep Clean, and Keep Retainers Clear](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-to-clean-retainers/)
- [10 Things to Know Before Getting Invisalign®](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/things-i-wish-i-knew-before-invisalign/)
- [National Facial Protection Month: How to Protect Your Smile This Sports Season](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/mouthguards-matter-national-facial-protection-month/)
- [Braces Rubber Bands 101: How Elastics Move Your Bite (and How to Wear Them Right)](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-braces-rubber-bands-elastics-work/)
- [What to Eat Your First Week with Braces (and What to Avoid)](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/what-to-eat-your-first-week-with-braces-and-what-to-avoid/)
- [6 Surprising Signs Your Orthodontic Treatment is Working](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/surprising-signs-orthodontic-treatment-is-working/)
- [How Many Orthodontic Consultations Should I Get?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/second-orthodontic-consultation/)
- [What Really Happens at Your Child’s First Orthodontic Check-Up](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/first-orthodontist-visit-for-kids/)
- [2026 Smile Refresh: What to Do NOW Before Your Best Year Yet](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/new-year-resolution-smile-tips/)
- [Braces vs Invisalign®: Take Our Quiz to Find Your Perfect Match](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/braces-vs-invisalign-quiz/)
- [We are Starkville & Columbus’ New Homes for Confident Smiles!](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/starkville-columbus-new-orthodontist-offices/)
- [How Long Should You Really Wear a Retainer? (The Honest Answer)](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-long-to-wear-retainer/)
- [FSA Deadline Alert 2025: Use Your FSA for Invisalign® or Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/fsa-hsa-braces-deadline/)
- [Orthodontic Health Month: Why Your Smile Matters at Every Age](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/orthodontic-health-month-benefits-facts/)
- [Spooky Season is Here: Top Tricks + Treats for Your Smile (+ Trending Costumes for 2025)](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/halloween-braces-invisalign-tips-costumes/)
- [Do I need a referral to see an orthodontist near me?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/do-i-need-orthodontist-referral/)
- [How to Clean Invisalign 101: A Complete Guide](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-to-clean-invisalign/)
- [Dental and Orthodontic Insurance: How does It Work?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-orthodontic-insurance-works/)
- [How Long Do Retainers Last? Top Retainer Care Tips](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-long-do-retainers-last/)
- [How Summer Dental Habits Can Fast Track Invisalign or Braces Treatment](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/summer-dental-habits-invisalign-braces/)
- [Can I use a payment plan for braces or Invisalign in 2025?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/braces-payment-plan/)
- [If I lose my Invisalign tray, do I skip to the next one?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/lost-invisalign-tray/)
- [Mental Health Awareness Month: Supporting Our Patients Beyond the Smile](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/mental-health-awareness-month/)
- [Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers and Teeth - When do they start causing issues?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/thumb-sucking-and-teeth/)
- [TikTok Invisalign Hacks – Uncovering The Best and Worst Ones](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/tiktok-invisalign-hacks/)
- [Teeth Shifted After Braces? How to Fix It Without Getting Braces Again](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-after-braces/)
- [March Madness is Coming! Tips to Protect Your Smile During Sports Season](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-and-mouthguards/)
- [Invisalign in College: New Semester, New Smile](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-in-college/)
- [Invisalign Palate Expander: How It Works & How It Compares](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-palate-expander/)
- [How to Feel Confident in 2025: The Power of Invisalign®](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-to-feel-confident-invisalign/)
- [How Braces have Evolved: From 1000 BCE to 2025](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-braces-have-changed/)
- [8 tips for Navigating Thanksgiving with Braces or Invisalign](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/8-tips-for-thanksgiving-with-braces-invisalign/)
- [Braces, Invisalign, and Bullying: Oh, my!](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-to-stop-bullies/)
- [Bracing for Change: 5 Tips to Ease Your Child's Fears about Orthodontics](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/tips-to-ease-fears-about-braces/)
- [What Happens After Invisalign or Braces Treatment?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/after-invisalign-or-braces/)
- [Going Back to School with Invisalign? Top Tips!](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/back-to-school-invisalign-tips/)
- [Why does my jaw ache when I’m traveling?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/jaw-pain-flying-tmj/)
- [Top Tips for Keeping Teeth Clean with Invisalign®](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/keep-teeth-clean-invisalign/)
- [The Ultimate Guide to Eating Out with Braces or Invisalign® in Summer 2024](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/eating-out-with-braces-invisalign/)
- [The Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment: Beyond Just Straight Teeth](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/benefits-of-orthodontics/)
- [What is the quickest way to straighten my teeth before my wedding?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/straighten-teeth-before-wedding/)
- [Debunking Top 10 Myths About Ortho Treatment in 2024](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/top-10-myths-about-braces-orthodontics-debunked/)
- [Orthodontics for seniors: Is 70 too old for braces?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/is-70-too-old-for-braces/)
- [Broken bracket on your braces? What to do in 5 steps](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/broken-bracket-on-braces-what-to-do-in-5-steps/)
- [It’s Day One with Invisalign. Now what?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/day-one-with-invisalign-what-to-expect/)
- [New year, new smile! Top 5 reasons to get braces or Invisalign for the new year](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/top-5-reasons-to-get-braces-or-invisalign-for-the-new-year/)
- [I stopped wearing my retainer. Now what?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/stopped-wearing-retainer/)
- [Can I switch orthodontists in the middle of treatment?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/can-i-switch-orthodontists-in-the-middle-of-treatment/)
- [Common Orthodontic Issues in Children: 4 Signs to Watch Out For](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/4-signs-you-need-braces/)
- [Do I still visit my dentist for dental cleanings with braces or Invisalign?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/dental-cleanings-with-braces/)
- [What’s the Invisalign Process Like: Your Step-by-Step Guide](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-process-step-by-step/)
- [Smile Stocking Stuffers: Best Gifts for People with Braces or Invisalign](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/stocking-stuffers-braces-invisalign/)
- [10 Invisalign FAQs: Your guide to Invisalign treatment](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/top-10-invisalign-faqs-about-treatment/)
- [Invisalign® buttons vs. attachments: What's the difference?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-buttons-attachments/)
- [Your Guide to Orthodontics When Sick](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/guide-to-orthodontics-sick/)
- [Can crowded teeth cause problems?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/can-crowded-teeth-cause-problems/)
- [How long do expanders stay in?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-long-do-expanders-stay-in/)
- [Where to get Invisalign in Tupelo (Lee County, MS)](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/invisalign-in-tupelo-ms/)
- [How to see smile progress by the 2023 Fall school year!](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-to-see-smile-progress-by-fall-school-year/)
- [What are the best ways to clean your teeth with braces?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/best-ways-to-clean-teeth-with-braces/)
- [Why Summer is the Perfect Time to Get Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/why-get-braces-in-summer/)
- [Top 5 ways to achieve the best results with braces](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/top-5-ways-to-achieve-best-resuls-with-braces/)
- [What’s included in my initial orthodontic consultation?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/what-is-included-in-orthodontic-treatment-plan/)
- [3 Benefits of Cleaning Your Tongue with Braces or Invisalign®](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/benefits-of-cleaning-tongue/)
- [How can orthodontists help with multiple missing teeth?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/orthodontists-help-with-missing-teeth/)
- [Should I use charcoal toothpaste with braces?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/is-charcoal-toothpaste-good-for-teeth/)
- [How important is wearing rubber bands with braces?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/wearing-rubber-bands-with-braces/)
- [How braces have evolved over the years](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-braces-have-evolved/)
- [Can braces help with teeth grinding?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/grinding-teeth-braces/)
- [4 Ways you can use HSAs for braces or Invisalign®](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/use-hsa-for-orthodontics/)
- [Surprising Benefits of Taking Vitamin Supplements with Braces or Invisalign®](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/top-vitamins-in-orthodontic-treatment/)
- [Your Guide to Wearing a Mouthguard with Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/your-guide-to-wearing-a-mouthguard-with-braces/)
- [Introducing… Dr. Shane Radford!](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/introducing-orthodontist-dr-shane-radford/)
- [4 Reasons why it’s a great time to get braces as an adult](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/why-its-a-great-time-to-get-braces-as-an-adult/)
- [The Importance of Fluoride in Orthodontic Treatment](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/fluoride-treatment-orthodontics/)
- [5 Tips for Going Back to School with Braces (and Confidence!)](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/back-to-school-with-braces-5-tips-2022/)
- [What is a digital impression and what are the benefits?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/what-is-digital-impression/)
- [Why Flossing with Braces is Essential](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/why-floss-with-braces/)
- [Yes, You may need rubber bands with Invisalign! Here’s why.](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/you-may-need-rubber-bands-with-invisalign/)
- [Summer Foods You Can Still Enjoy with Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/summer-food-to-enjoy-with-braces/)
- [Why You Need to Wear Your Retainer After Braces](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/why-wear-retainer-after-braces-invisalign/)
- [What Orthodontic Issues Can Traditional Braces Fix over Clear Aligners?](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/what-ortho-issues-can-metal-braces-fix/)
- [What can I do to get my braces off faster?  3 Easy Tips](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/how-to-get-braces-off-faster/)
- [Why You Should Prioritize Summer Orthodontist Appointments](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/what-happens-if-you-miss-orthodontist-appointment/)
- [No Surprises Here! Breaking Down Your First Orthodontic Appointment](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/no-surprises-breaking-down-first-orthodontic-appointment/)
- [Orthodontist or Dentist? It’s All About the Training!](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/orthodontist-vs-dentist-all-about-the-training/)
- [Yes, Age 7 is the Right Age for a First Ortho Exam](https://goorthodontics.com/blog/age-7-is-right-age-for-first-orthodontic-exam/)