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Archive for February, 2011

What puts you at ease at Get It Straight Orthodontics?

Friday, February 25th, 2011

Dr. Neil and Dr. Kristofor and team understand not everyone enjoys visiting their orthodontist. But we strive to bring you the best and most comforting experience at each visit. We’d like to know: What is it about Get It Straight Orthodontics that makes you comfortable or puts you at ease? Is it something about our pleasant office environment? Our friendly staff or Dr. Neil and Dr. Kristofor?

Let us know by posting here or by giving us a call!

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Orthodontic fun facts!

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011

Everyone loves fun facts. Fun, fun, fun! The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that our team at Get It Straight Orthodontics thought you might enjoy.

  • There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four are younger than 18.
  • The first mechanical treatment for correcting irregular teeth was suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus (A.D 23-79).The American Association of Orthodontists is comprised of more than 12,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad.
  • The time required to complete orthodontic treatment ranges from 12 to 36 months depending on the nature and severity of the problem.
  • Of the 160,000 dentists in the United States and Canada, 8,000 are practicing orthodontists.
  • The cement that attaches the braces to the teeth is now made with a special fluoride-releasing substance.
  • Wires activated by body heat used in today’s braces originally were developed by NASA for use in the space program.
  • In addition to alleviating or preventing physical health problems, orthodontics can boost self-esteem as treatment aligns teeth, jaws and lips.
  • Famous orthodontic patients include: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Hale Irwin, Cher, Diana Ross, Phyllis Diller, Chelsea Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Daisy Fuentes and Brandi.

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February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

Each February for the past 61 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.

For kids wearing braces, brushing and flossing can become more difficult, requiring extra time and vigilance to remove food particles that accumulate on and between the teeth and in braces. New options for braces such as Invisalign, which is removable, make it easier to maintain good oral health during orthodontic treatment.

If the health of your teeth is ignored during treatment with braces, the results can be significantly compromised. Dr. Neil Warshawsky and Dr. Colleen Kristofor are available and happy to explain why effective brushing and flossing is one of the most critical actions needed from patients during orthodontic treatment. Have you visited us lately? Give us a call and schedule an appointment!

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