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The Risks are Too High – Smokeless Tobacco and E- Cigarettes

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Dr. Oana Honey

Are We Addicting Another Generation of Smokers With e-Cigarettes and Smokeless Tobacco?

Years of educating kids on the risks of tobacco products are at risk on multiple fronts according to top medical groups in the US which include both smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes. At Honey Orthodontics we are concerned that kids today have the misconception that they are harmless when compared to smoking cigarettes..

The American Heart Association Speaks Out on e-Cigarettes

The American Heart Association recently released its policy recommendations on the use of “e-cigarettes” and the need for the same regulation as [...] Read More

Why Choose an Orthodontist In Gurnee IL?

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Dr. Oana Honey

If you are having a problem with your bones or muscles you trust an orthopedist. For a skin, hair, or nail condition you trust a dermatologist. A cardiologist specializes in heart issues or you consult with a neurologist for frequent headaches or back issues related to the nervous system. When straightening teeth and correcting jaw problems, your smile is treated best in the hands [...] Read More

Vote for your favorite #SELFIE

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Dr. Oana Honey

Seven Facts About Kids Dental Sports Injuries

Posted on August 16, 2014 by Dr. Oana Honey

What sport do you think causes the most dental injuries with kids? If you guessed football… you are right.

The ADA estimated that faceguards and mouth guards prevent approximately 200,000 injuries each year in high school and college football alone. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry states the children between the ages of 7-11 are the most susceptible to injury. When all is said and done, it is up to parents to ensure their kids are protected during practices and games at a younger age and train their kids of the importance of wearing #mouth guards when they are older [...] Read More

Embracing Change At Lightning Speed in 2014 in Gurnee IL

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Dr. Oana Honey

Life as we know it at Honey Orthodontics, both professionally in the delivery of orthodontic care and personally in our lives, is changing at the blink of an eye. It is both an exciting and intimidating age we live in and it amazes Dr. Oana Honey and our team every day. If we are here today, where will we be one, two, or even ten years down the road with all the advances in technology that affect all aspects of our lives?

Below is a video that highlights the changing world around us this year that we would like [...] Read More

Are Your Children Eating Cereals Listed in the Sugary Hall of Shame?

Posted on July 2, 2014 by Dr. Oana Honey

The Environmental Working Group researchers recently ranked more than 1500 #cereals by their total #sugar content, total weight and compared the findings with guidelines issued by federal health agencies and other organizations. What is most disturbing is that they also re-evaluated the list of 84 popular cereals evaluated in 2011 for comparison. Results… not one on the 2011 “worst” list had lowered its sugar content over the last three years.

At Honey Orthodontics we recommend our patients follow a healthy diet that is low in sugar not only for patients wearing braces, but for [...] Read More