Taking care of your smile is nothing new! People have been brushing their teeth for thousands of years. In fact, the first “toothbrush” was created around 3000BC! Ancient civilizations used a thin twig with a frayed edge to rub against their teeth for cleaning. The first toothbrush with bristles – similar to today’s toothbrushes –…
Each February for the past 63 years, our friends at the American Dental Association have sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health at a young age, and especially during your orthodontic treatment. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular visits with your dentist—even while…
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…
Millions of people, around Basking Ridge or Mendham, NJ and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may be easy for you to throw on a green shirt, sport a St. Patrick’s Day button, or wear a pair of emerald-hued…
Drs. Kenneth Banasiak and Roger Nettune, as well as our team, understand not everyone enjoys visiting their orthodontist. But at The Orthodontic Studio, we strive to bring you the best and most comforting experience at each visit. We’d like to know: What is it about our office that makes you comfortable or puts you at…
Children and adults often feel confused and a little frightened because of the various metal tools and appliances used for orthodontic treatment. Knowing the applications of such devices can help ease a patient’s mind when undergoing treatment. Dentofacial orthopedics is a specialty that uses appliances to adjust the jaws for ideal compatibility. The American Association…
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