The number one goal of orthodontic treatment is to give you or your child a beautiful, healthy smile that will last a lifetime. One of the first things people notice about others is their smiles so take the first step towards getting the smile you’ve always wanted and make your initial consultation at Nettune & Banasiak Orthodontic Associates A good bite not only makes it easier to eat and speak, but will enhance your dental and overall health as well. Straight teeth aren’t just pretty, they’re healthy as well. Teeth that are properly aligned are easier to clean reducing the risk of gingivitis and periodontal disease. Let your smile express yourself! Give us a call at our convenient Basking Ridge […]
Many people know that Invisalign is a great alternative if you don’t want to experience the look and feel of traditional metal braces. What few people know, though, is that just like traditional braces, Invisalign requires proper care on the patient’s end to work effectively. Good oral hygiene is highly important, even when you are wearing something in your mouth that you can take out when eating. It’s still likely that your aligners can build up plaque if not treated properly. When wearing your Invisalign aligners, ask yourself the following questions: 1. Am I eating with my aligners in? These aligners are removable and should be taken out when you eat. 2. Am I drinking anything other than water with […]
What does the month of October mean to you? For people in the northern hemisphere, October is when the weather starts to get a little chilly: heavy jackets might come out of storage and the summer clothing gets packed away. You might start making plans for the upcoming holidays or looking at the beautiful and changing autumn scenery. October means something a little different to our team at Nettune & Banasiak Orthodontic Associates because this is National Orthodontic Health Month. During October, orthodontic clinics all over the country work together to promote their services and inform the community about the important work we do. National Orthodontic Health Month is an awareness campaign created cooperatively by orthodontists and other dental health […]
One exciting part about wearing braces from Nettune & Banasiak Orthodontic Associates is getting to choose the colors of your rubber bands. Orthodontists place elastic bands, or ligatures, over each bracket to secure the archwire in place. These rubber bands may be individual or connected, depending on your mouth’s needs. From Drs. Roger Nettune and Kenneth Banasiak, you have the option of choosing the color of your elastics, which are changed about once every month at every visit. Our offices keep a color wheel handy to help you choose which ones suit you best! Children and teens often enjoy picking different colors each month to express their creativity and coordinate their braces with outfits. Decorating your mouth with your favorite […]
You’ve made an investment on spending money on getting braces, so why not keep your teeth in good health while undergoing orthodontic treatment? Drs. Roger Nettune and Kenneth Banasiak and our team at Nettune & Banasiak Orthodontic Associates will tell you it is just as important to develop a regular hygiene routine while you’re wearing braces as you did before proceeding with treatment. Flossing is essential to the health of your teeth and gums when you’re wearing braces. Because braces may hold food, sugars and liquids upon eating, it is very important to keep on top of your brushing and flossing, as well as visiting our office for regular adjustments. While we know it’s tough enough to get kids to […]
Are you wondering what Invisalign treatment is really like, and what effect it will have on your day-to-day activities while you undergo treatment? Will it slur your speech? Will people even know you’re in treatment? You’re not alone in your concerns! Drs. Roger Nettune and Kenneth Banasiak and our team thought we’d share this list of questions and answers for anyone pondering Invisalign treatment at Nettune & Banasiak Orthodontic Associates. How exactly does Invisalign work? Using 3-D computer imaging technology, Invisalign creates a series of custom-made, clear aligners exclusively for your teeth, based on the treatment plan that we specify for you. Each aligner moves your teeth incrementally and is worn for about two weeks, then replaced by the next […]
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