Calling all athletes, coaches, teachers and parents! April is National Facial Protection Month and five of the nation’s top dental associations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, want to remind everyone to play it safe during recreational and organized sports....
When we think of special events in the month of February, Valentine’s Day always tops the list. February also happens to be National Children’s Dental Health Month, which is a month-long national health observance promoted by the American Dental Association....
It’s hard to believe the year 2019 is upon us! As a new year begins, we tend to think about what we’d like to accomplish in the coming year. For many people, this often means setting weight loss or personal...
For many people considering orthodontic treatment, cost can be a concerning factor. Traditionally braces and Invisalign have had a bad reputation of putting a dent in one’s savings account. This is especially true during the holiday season when many of...
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday of the year, as it’s a great opportunity to be reflective and consider everything we have to be thankful for in our lives. It is also a fun day to cook and indulge on our...
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...
It’s never too late to move healthy teeth! Yes, I’m speaking to all of you adults out there who may be under the common misconception that orthodontics is for children or adolescents only. Nothing could be further from the truth!...
It’s hard to believe that the new school year is upon us already. This summer has really flown by, and now it’s time to get ready to hit the books once again. While we stock up on our kids’ school...
School is out for the summer- a time when many of us enjoy traveling, the beach, camp, and catching up on rest. Summer break also happens to be one of the most ideal times to begin orthodontic treatment. Why is...
In this month’s article, I revisit the concept of early orthodontic treatment, since one of the most common questions I am asked by parents remains: “What is the correct age for braces?” To best answer this question, let’s consider the...
