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Is Your Sweet Tooth Worth It?

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Dr. Oana Honey

Sugar in our daily diet will always be an issue for dental and medical professionals, nutritionists, and parents. As long as sugar remains a large part of the American diet, we will continue to hear about all the negative effects sugar can have on the body. But the real question is… will we listen?

Overall, Americans are consuming less sugar than before, but Medical Daily reports we’re still getting about 13 percent of our daily calories from added sugars. A study from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey stated that two-thirds of added sugar is found in foods, and [...] Read More

Orthodontic Tips for Back to School…

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Dr. Oana Honey

It’s that time of year again! The temperature is cooling off, fall sports are underway, and all the kids are headed back to school. At Honey Orthodontics in Gurnee IL, we want to offer a few helpful tips for going back to school with braces!

Make sure to follow the 2×2 brushing rule: brush your teeth for TWO minutes, TWO times each day! This will help keep your teeth and braces clean, which leads to quicker appointments and healthier teeth. If you want to brush after lunch, keep a toothbrush in your backpack. Read More

A Healthy Smile Can Change Your LIfe…

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Dr. Oana Honey

A healthy perfect smile is why many children and adults choose to undergo orthodontic treatment. Around friends and family, a less than attractive smile is not as noticeable. However, when meeting new people, making new friends, and in the workplace, your smile is more obvious to those who don’t know you.

When speaking one on one with others, a beautiful smile improves your appearance and increases confidence to better influence personal relationships. Undergoing orthodontic treatment is one of the best decisions you will make for yourself and family.

At Honey Orthodontics, we create beautiful smiles to [...] Read More

Are You and Your Children Drinking Enough Water?

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Dr. Oana Honey

Did you know that water is one of the most important factors of our daily diet and makes up 60% of your body weight?

At Honey Orthodontics we understand that every organ in your body is dependent on water so it can flush out toxins and carry food to your body cells and thought this was a good topic for our blog. Think about how it feels when your nose and throat are dry. This is usually due to dehydration or not enough water in your body. Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine, and bowel movements. [...] Read More

What is the most Common Question Asked During Orthodontic Treatment?

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Dr. Oana Honey

Is it what can I eat? How do I brush? No… When do I get my braces off?

While most patients are always eager to start treatment, they are even more eager to get them off. Even though each patient is given an estimated treatment time wearing braces when they start, patients always hope we can wave our magic wands and complete the process sooner.

It makes sense that a patient may assume they are ahead of schedule when their teeth look straight in a mirror. Unfortunately, orthodontics isn’t just about straight teeth. The ultimate goal of good orthodontic treatment [...] Read More

Facts About the Fourth of July

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Dr. Oana Honey

Summer is here in full force and half the year has already zoomed by. Our team at Honey Orthodontics researched some fun facts about our country’s most celebrated holiday which hallmarks our independence as a nation.

Did you know the Fourth of July or Independence Day, has only been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941? However, the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution (1775-83). July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with celebrations ranging from fireworks, parades, and concerts to more casual family gatherings [...] Read More