Caring For Your Retainer After Braces You worked hard for a result that should last you a lifetime. When we think about it, your oral health and smile are probably the most valuable asset we all have. The functionality of our bite and tooth alignment is far beyond the importance of a great smile. Our oral health can be considered …
Treat Yourself Right
A few sweets can be okay occasionally, provided that the orthodontic patient remembers to brush and floss after eating. Below are the guidelines for orthodontic patients so that they can enjoy the holiday and still be on pace to achieve their beautiful smiles. Treats to Avoid *Caramel *Nuts *Licorice, Jellybeans or Taffy *Hard Pretzels *Bubblegum *Candy Corn The …
Helpful Hints for Dealing with Braces Pain
Your first few days with braces will feel rather odd, awkward, and even painful. The day you get your braces you will probably just feel weird, like you have something in your mouth – because you do. You are most likely to feel pain and soreness during the second and third days. After that, you should be fine. If you …
My toothbrush did what?
If you were to put your toothbrush bristles under a high-powered microscope, what you would see might give you nightmares: millions of bacteria, busily crawling up and down your toothbrush bristles, consuming proteins that came from your mouth, and still clinging to the bristles even after you’ve rinsed them with water. Rinsing your toothbrush after brushing removes some of those …
Gass Orthodontics Needs Your Contact Info!
We are excited to announce new email and website services for our patients. We have begun sending appointment reminders via email. If you would like to receive reminders by email when you have an appointment coming up, if you miss an appointment, and when it’s time to schedule your next appointment, then please let us know. All we need is …
The Importance of Orthodontic Treatment at a Young Age
When you think of orthodontic treatment, you may automatically assume that it only relates to older children and teens with alignment and spacing issues. But this isn’t the case: Orthodontic treatment at Gass Orthodontics offers many benefits when applied at a young age. By considering orthodontic treatment at a younger age, Dr. Gass and our staff are able to identify …
Thanksgiving Trivia
At Gass Orthodontics we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, Dr. Gass wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at the holiday dinner table and help create some great conversation with friends and family. The Turkey There is no historical evidence that turkey was eaten at the first Thanksgiving dinner. …
What’s in my mouth? A Rundown of Orthodontic Appliances
Dr. Gass and our team correct the alignment of your teeth and jaws so that you can speak clearly, chew food effectively, and look attractive when you smile. We do this by putting sophisticated gadgets in your mouth. While many of these dental devices look similar, we use a wide variety of orthodontic appliances to straighten your teeth and repair …
Halloween Fun with Braces
Halloween is a favorite holiday among children due to the festive games, imaginative costumes, and candy. Modern celebrations stem from a combination of traditions from Pagan and Christian traditions throughout the centuries. The original holiday was called Samhain and derived from the ancient Druids of Ireland. In their belief system, November 1st marked the beginning of winter, and Pagans began …
What do you love about our practice?
At Gass Orthodontics, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you or your family have visited Dr. Gass and our team for a single visit or have been loyal patients throughout the years, we would love to hear your thoughts about your experience! In fact, we encourage you to leave a few words for us below or on …