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Orthodontic Tips, News & Patient Stories
Welcome to Banasiak & Nettune’s orthodontic blog! This blog provides you with braces tips and advice, Invisalign® news, and orthodontic care updates. We care about your and your family’s general health, which is why our team places a high priority on patient education.
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Our orthodontic articles will cover a wide range of topics and provide many smile transformation stories. We encourage you to read our orthodontic blog for professional guidance and other crucial information to help you on your journey to a healthy, straight smile.
Is It Bad to Have an Uneven Bite?
An uneven bite, also known as malocclusion, occurs when the teeth do not align properly. It might seem like a minor issue, but it can have negative ramifications on your oral health and overall well-being. At Banasiak & Nettune, board-certified orthodontist Kenneth Banasiak, DMD can diagnose and treat uneven bites. He understands the impact of…
Who Is a Candidate for Orthognathic Surgery?
Orthognathic surgery, commonly known as jaw surgery, is a medical procedure aimed at correcting irregularities in the jaw bones, improving one’s ability to chew, speak, and breathe. More than just a cosmetic solution, this surgery is often a necessary treatment for those with facial anomalies and serious jaw misalignments, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. Candidates…
New Jersey Orthodontist Awarded Top Dentist of 2024 Honor
For the 15th year in a row, Dr. Kenneth Banasiak has been recognized as a top dental provider by New Jersey Monthly. Basking Ridge, NJ – Every year, New Jersey Monthly magazine unveils their selections of the Top Dentists in the state. Their list highlights New Jersey’s best dental providers and practitioners and Dr. Kenneth…
Banasiak & Nettune Awarded Best Orthodontic Practice 2024
We are proud to announce that Banasiak & Nettune Orthodontic Associates was recently named Best Orthodontic Practice for 2024 by City Lifestyle. The honor was achieved through the online publication’s Readers’ Choice Awards, with members of the Somerset Hills community nominating their favorite and most trusted businesses. We cherish this distinction and are grateful that…
What Is Airway Orthodontics?
For many adults and children, trouble breathing can be caused by orthodontic concerns and lead to additional health issues such as sleep apnea. Oftentimes, that manifests as snoring, waking up out of breath, extreme fatigue and drowsiness, and other very serious—possibly even life-threatening—symptoms. Some individuals may benefit from orthodontic treatments that can help improve not…
New Jersey Orthodontist Announces New Basking Ridge Office Remodel
Dr. Kenneth Banasiak unveils an updated remodel for the Basking Ridge office of Banasiak & Nettune Orthodontic Associates. Basking Ridge, NJ – Dr. Kenneth Banasiak, a board-certified orthodontist in New Jersey, and the team at Banasiak & Nettune Orthodontic Associates are happy to announce the remodel of their Basking Ridge office. According to Dr. Banasiak:…
New Jersey Orthodontist Recognized as a Top Dentist of 2023
Dr. Kenneth Banasiak has been recognized by New Jersey Monthly as one of the top dental practitioners in the state for the 14th year in a row. Basking Ridge, NJ – Each year, New Jersey Monthly magazine releases their Top Dentists list that highlights the state’s best dental practitioners. Dr. Kenneth Banasiak, an experienced orthodontist…
What Is the Best Age to Visit the Orthodontist?
While it is virtually never too early or too late to have an orthodontic evaluation, it is typically recommended that children have their first orthodontic exam by the time they are six or seven years-old. Around this age, the first molars begin to show, which enables our experienced orthodontist, Kenneth Banasiak, DMD, to determine whether…
New Jersey Orthodontist Discusses the Advantages of Self-Ligating Braces
Dr. Kenneth Banasiak, an orthodontist in New Jersey, explains how self-ligating braces can be more beneficial than traditional braces and why he offers this innovative treatment. Basking Ridge, NJ – Patients concerned with crooked teeth, misaligned teeth, or bite issues may assume that traditional metal braces are the only solution for their needs. Thanks to…
Can Thumb-Sucking Cause Children to Need Braces?
Thumb-sucking is a natural and common occurrence among babies and young children. It is often viewed as a phase that most kids go through. Understandably, some parents may wonder if this habit will have a negative impact on their child’s teeth later on in life. Thumb-sucking is typically harmless up to the age of five;…
Dr. Kenneth Banasiak Named 2021 New Jersey Monthly Top Dentist/Orthodontist
Our practice is dedicated to achieving excellence in orthodontics. We are so proud to announce that our board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Kenneth Banasiak, has been recognized as a “Top Dentist” by the New Jersey Monthly magazine for the 12th year in a row. He was considered as one of New Jersey’s best practitioners by fellow dentists…
What Causes Crooked Teeth?
Misaligned or “crooked” teeth are a relatively common occurrence, and they can pose both functional and aesthetic concerns for patients. Sometimes, teeth come in crooked due to innate physical or hereditary causes. Other times, they become crooked later on as a result of other factors. Regardless of the cause, many symptoms of tooth and jaw…
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Banasiak to start your journey towards a straighter, healthier smile. To learn more about our orthodontic options, contact Banasiak & Nettune Orthodontic Associates in Basking Ridge and Mendham, NJ, today for more information.
