Happy November, everybody! Believe it or not, we’re almost in full holiday mode! But before we at Gass Orthodontics forget about the spooky month that was, we’d like to know how you celebrated Halloween! What did you wear? How much candy did you get? Did you have fun? If you have any photos or videos that you would like to share …
Cold season is here, from Gass Orthodontics
Cold and flu season is here – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that a common cold usually includes sneezing, runny nose, sore throat and coughing. Symptoms can last for up to two weeks. To promote a healthy and clean environment, Dr. Jedidiah Gass and our entire staff give a great deal of attention to sanitation and sterilization in …
Orthodontic fun facts, from Gass Orthodontics
Everyone loves fun facts. Fun, fun, fun! The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that our team at Gass Orthodontics thought you might enjoy. • There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four are younger than 18. • The first mechanical treatment …
A few helpful webisodes about orthodontics
Dr. Jedidiah Gass and his team at Gass Orthodontics would like to point you to a few interesting webisodes about orthodontics, located on the YouTube page of the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO. There, they tend to post some very pertinent videos about orthodontic treatment, as well as state-of-the-art technology in orthodontia. These include “Orthodontic Treatment Basics,” “Common Bite …
What was your favorite part of Summer 2011?
The end of Summer and then subsequently the beginning of Fall are just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and we’re sure that you’ll be thinking about Halloween costumes and Thanksgiving plans. But wait! First, we want to know: What were your favorite parts of the Summer of 2011? Did you …
When should you call Dr. Gass?
Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call Dr. Jedidiah Gass. Here are some early warning signs indicating it’s time to check in with us: 1. Early or late loss of baby teeth 2. Difficulty of chewing or biting 3. Mouth breathing 4. Finger sucking or other …
Breaking Bad Habits
At Gass Orthodontics, we know good dental health requires only a few minutes a day. We thought we’d provide some practical advice on how to improve your or your child’s smile between your adjustment visits with Dr. Jedidiah Gass. Start by brushing your teeth twice a day. Proper brushing techniques are an essential part of maintaining good oral health during …
Emergency Care with Dr. Gass
At Gass Orthodontics, we know orthodontic emergencies are never convenient nor timely. If you are a patient of record, Dr. Jedidiah Gass and our team are committed to your dental health and are more than willing to see you after hours or over the weekend. As a general rule, you should call the officewhen you experience severe pain or when …
The Great Social Media Adventure
Isn’t social media great? Dr. Jedidiah Gass and team love connecting with our patients online, whether it’s by sharing news on our blog or communicating ideas on our interactive Facebook fan page. For social media to work, conversation is vital, and that’s why we invite you to join in and tell us what’s on your mind. Although social media is …
Now that I have braces, what can I eat?
You just got braces at Gass Orthodontics and Dr. Jedidiah Gass has informed you that over the next several months you will want to avoid eating anything sticky, hard, crunchy, or chewy. What does this leave for you to eat? Lettuce? Nothing? Luckily, there was someone else wondering the same thing when she first got braces! Brenda Waterman, 13, decided …