Remember the days when braces weren’t particularly “cool”? Well, our team is happy to say that sporting a metal mouth is now in style. According to a recent article on parenthood.com, younger patients are choosing braces, almost as a form of jewelry for their teeth! Now, with colorful braces options for children and teens! Innovative technologies can even shorten treatment times and are more comfortable for patients. There are more reasons to smile about treatment with our team than ever before!
Are braces right for you or someone in your family? Please give us a call to schedule a consultation! Drs. Banasiak & Nettune can help determine whether or not you would benefit from orthodontic treatment. We look forward to meeting you!
Some folks believe your chances of being struck by lightning increases when you have braces, while other folks believe having braces interferes with romance, and even metal detectors as you try to make your way through the airport for a much-needed vacation. Trust us when we say we know there are quite a few myths…
Summer is here! Kids and adults alike will now be spending more time outside being active and enjoying the hotter temperatures. What’s better on a hot summer day than a delicious treat that will cool you down after doing something active in the summer sun? Luckily, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)…
Our team at The Orthodontic Studio found a great video that discusses the advantages of Invisalign. In the video, Kimberley Clayton Blaine, “The Go-To Mom,” discusses the Invisalign and Invisalign Teen treatment and her personal experience with Invisalign. To determine if Invisalign is right for you, schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Roger Nettune or…
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…
Let’s say you just got braces and Drs. Roger Nettune, Kenneth Banasiak has informed you that during your orthodontic treatment you will want to avoid eating anything sticky, hard, crunchy, or chewy. What does this leave for you to eat? Lettuce? Nothing? Luckily, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, created a…
Are you thinking about orthodontic treatment to straighten teeth or correct jaw alignment? Consider making your first step an orthodontic consultation. During the consultation we will address your questions, concerns, and talk about a treatment plan that would best suit your situation. We want you to feel prepared and in charge of your orthodontic treatment decisions, so…