Yes, it is, and that’s part of what makes it work. Next time you visit Banasiak & Nettune Orthodontic Associates, find out if you are the right candidate for Invisalign treatment. The first thing we do is to take an impression of your teeth as they are now and digitize it. Using special software, we look at the current positioning of your teeth and compare it to the way your teeth should look. Next we use special software to map out the exact path your teeth will take from the beginning of your treatment to the end. Based on the results, a set of custom aligners are created just for your teeth. Throughout the course of treatment, you will be […]
Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Dr. Nettune and Dr. Banasiak will tell you that anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic treatment, whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early. To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation as early as age seven. If a problem is evident, taking action early can spare a lot of treatment and expense down the road. If you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, don’t worry! You’re never too old for a beautiful smile. Schedule an appointment with Banasiak & Nettune Orthodontic Associates for a consultation and find […]
We will tell you that brushing your teeth is one of the easiest methods of cavity prevention. But which type of toothbrush should your child use? When choosing a toothbrush, look for round-ended (polished) bristles that clean while being gentle on the gums. Choose one that is specifically designed for children’s smaller mouths and hands. Also, look for large handles that can help children control the toothbrush. Lastly, throw out a toothbrush after three months or sooner if the bristles are fraying. Frayed bristles can harm your gums, and are not as effective in cleaning teeth. As far as which toothpaste is best? It doesn’t matter as long as it has fluoride in it. However, for small children who tend […]
Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call Drs. Banasiak & Nettune. Here are some early warning signs indicating it’s time to check in with us: • Early or late loss of baby teeth• Difficulty of chewing or biting• Mouth breathing• Finger sucking or other oral habits• Crowding, misplaced or blocked-out teeth• Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or retrude • Speech difficulty• Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth• Protruding teeth• Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don’t meet at all• Facial imbalance or asymmetry• Grinding or clenching of teeth Do any of these warning signs fit you? If so, […]
Grind, grind, grind. If you live with a teeth grinder, you may be familiar with this unpleasant sound, especially recently. A recent study published in the journal Head & Face Medicine suggests that people—adults and kids—faced with stress tend to cope by grinding their teeth. In addition, the Chicago Dental Society suggests that since the recession began in 2007, teeth grinding, or bruxism, has been on the rise. The Chicago Dental Society surveyed more than 250 members about the connection between stress and oral health. Nearly 75 percent of dentists said their patients reported increased stress over the past year, largely due to the economic recession. During stressful times, teeth grinding can be a nuisance that causes headaches and sleep […]
Malocclusion, or what our staff at Nettune and Banasiak Orthodontic Associates calls “bad bite,” is the improper alignment of teeth and/or jaws. When your teeth and jaws are not properly aligned, it may impact your bite, the ability to properly care for your teeth, your gum tissue health and, yes, even your appearance. Most people experience some degree of malocclusion, but it generally is not severe enough to require corrective measures. If your malocclusion is serious enough, however, treatment at Nettune and Banasiak Orthodontic Associates may be necessary to correct the issue. Drs. Nettune and Banasiak will tell you that untreated malocclusion can lead undesirable mouth problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, chipped and cracked teeth. The most common solution […]
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