Whether you are Irish or not, St Patrick’s Day brings out the Irish in everyone, kids and adults alike. Many patients ask for green colored elastics in March! Whether you go to a party, watch a parade, eat green soup, or just put on a green hat, St Patrick’s Day has become a holiday fixture in the US.
The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who brought Christianity to Ireland. He lived in Ireland in 432 and became a champion of Irish Christianity. March 17th marks the day of St. Patrick’s death and has been commemorated by the [...] Read More
Let’s address a common question parents in Gurnee IL have when considering orthodontics for their children. “When is the best time to have my child evaluated by an orthodontist?” Before you begin researching…orthodontist Dr. Oana Honey would like to answer that question for you.
Orthodontics is about realigning your teeth into a beautiful smile, aka… moving your teeth from where they are, to where you want them to be. Anyone can undergo orthodontic treatment at any point in their lives. However, there are certain timelines that are more advantageous than others when moving teeth, especially during juvenile and adolescent growth [...] Read More
So, you’ve finally said goodbye to braces. Congratulations, you made it! Your smile is radiant and you’re flashing your pearly whites at any person, place, or thing that glances your way! However, before you can truly celebrate your wonderful new smile, you must make sure to wear your retainers to keep your teeth looking perfect.
Protect Your Retainers When out of Your Mouth
“Using your retainer” means much more than having it close by when you go to sleep or wearing it the number of hours prescribed by your orthodontist. It means you must protect it also when out of [...] Read More
Congratulation to the winners of our Christmas Tree Contest! 1st Place – Frozen #4 – The Dentist Place 2nd Place – Charlie Brown Christmas Tree – Drs. Fulton and Fulton 3rd Place – Olaf – Dental Office of Dr. Mary Ann Baldino
On Valentine’s Day 2015, loving your smile is incredibly easy. Orthodontic treatment is the perfect way to treat that special someone to the gift of a new smile. Or…treat yourself to that perfect smile you have always wanted. There is no way to measure the happiness derived from a healthy, stunning smile.
A bright, beautiful smile can work wonders on your social life and even your career. Straight teeth can also benefit your health by giving you an effective bite and the ability to chew efficiently and also assist in keeping your gums and teeth healthy. Are you unhappy with [...] Read More
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
When it comes to taking care of your teeth and long term dental health, a little knowledge goes a long way. The sooner you take care of orthodontic problems such as crowding, spacing, overjets, underbites, and crossbites… the better the chances of keeping your teeth and smile throughout your lifetime. The video below goes a long way in improving your knowledge.
Did you know the average life expectancy today for men is 76 and women 81?
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums contributes to maintaining a good quality [...] Read More