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For most kids, October is exciting because it means Halloween is just around the corner.  For Orthodontists, October is thrilling because it is National Orthodontic Health Month! This is a month dedicated to raising awareness about the benefits and importance of orthodontic treatment and a time to celebrate beautiful, healthy smiles.  We at Pinecrest OrthodonticsRead more

When a new patient comes to my office and I determine that he/she is needing orthodontic treatment, the conversation inevitably leads to a comparison of braces vs. Invisalign. Historically in orthodontics, braces were the go-to treatment modality for the correction of most orthodontic problems. However, the introduction of Invisalign clear plastic removable aligners 25 yearsRead more

Any time orthodontic treatment is completed, retainers are necessary to maintain that new, beautiful smile. Retainers are in fact the most important part of the orthodontic process as they ensure that your sacrifice with braces or Invisalign was not in vain. Following orthodontic tooth movement, teeth are not yet entirely stabilized in their new position, asRead more

Give the gift of a beautiful smile for the holidays!It’s hard to believe the end-of-year holidays are here already! Now is the time to make sure we have those holiday shopping lists ready. While you are brainstorming for holiday gifts, let me offer an option you may not have considered: orthodontic treatment! There is trulyRead more

October is National Orthodontic Health MonthFall is here, and October is in fact my favorite month of the year! Not only does it bring pumpkin spice, cooler weather, and the holiday of Halloween, October is also National Orthodontic Health Month. This is the time that orthodontists throughout North America celebrate beautiful healthy smiles and aimRead more

Did you know that Invisalign is now an orthodontic treatment option for young children? One of the coolest products that I currently offer for kids in my practice is Invisalign First. It embodies the same impressive technology as Invisalign for adults and teens but is specifically geared towards younger children who have a mix ofRead more

As an orthodontist, I will always be an advocate for beautiful teeth. There is not a moreappealing feature on a person than an attractive smile. However, the achievement of a perfectsmile should never be attempted at the expense of one’s oral health. Why do I say this? Unfortunately, there has been an increase in the pastRead more

Timely Tips for a Spooktacular Smile this Halloween!Halloween need not be a scary time for teeth and those undergoing orthodontic treatment! We at Pinecrest Orthodontics, in conjunction with the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), want to keep your smile bright, especially during the holidays when “sticky” temptations are heightened. October is National Orthodontic Health Month,Read more

Pinecrest Orthodontics COVID-19 Reopening Safety Measures Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to the safety of both our team and our patients.  InfectionRead more

Caring for your Invisalign aligners during the COVID-19 PandemicDuring this unprecedented time in our history we are faced with tremendous uncertainty regarding the novel Coronavirus and its potential impact.  In a short period of time it has become all encompassing and affecting virtually every aspect of our lives.   We have learned that in order toRead more