Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they range from community parades and large scale gatherings to concerts, fireworks displays, and smaller scale celebrations among family and friends. For some people, July 4th is synonymous with baseball, while …
What is early intervention?
Many developing orthodontic problems can be intercepted and corrected if diagnosed and treated at an early age. Dr. Gass and our team at Gass Orthodontics recommend children have their first orthodontic evaluation no later than age seven, or younger if the front four permanent teeth have replaced the baby teeth. Early treatment, also known as interceptive treatment or Phase I …
Misconceptions About Orthodontics
While everyone understands that a dentist takes care of teeth, not everyone is aware of what an orthodontist does. This confusion sometimes leads to misunderstandings about what Gass Orthodontics does for our patients and how exactly Dr. Gass can help them. Let’s take a closer look at a couple of the myths and misconceptions about orthodontics. Perhaps the biggest misconception …
Do I really need to wear my rubber bands with my braces?
Most of our patients at Gass Orthodontics will need to wear rubber bands at some point during their orthodontic treatment. The main reason our patients are instructed to wear rubber bands is to correct their bite. If your teeth do not fit together properly, Dr. Gass will recommend that rubber bands be used. Dr. Gass may also recommend using rubber …
Don’t forget your retainer this summer!
As we start our summer, our team at Gass Orthodontics want to remind our patients who have completed treatment that it is very important to wear your retainer as prescribed even while away for vacations and summer camps. If you are away from home and only wearing your retainer at night, here is a helpful tip: after removing and brushing …
How do you accommodate a child with special needs?
Patients with special needs, conditions and disabilities deserve a team of professionals who are experienced and willing to work with them to create a comfortable, relaxing environment. We warmly embrace special needs patients in our office, and as a result, have enjoyed their unique talents and gifts. Some of our most amazing and compliant patients are special needs patients. We …
Memorial Day: Parades, Remembrance, and the Unofficial Start of Summer
“The purpose of all war is peace.” – Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in late May, that is what Memorial Day is all about. It is a federal holiday celebrated with town …
Keep that candy at bay during your treatment!
Now that you have braces, it is more important than ever to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment, as Dr. Gass will tell you. While we trust you will continue brushing and flossing on a regular basis throughout your treatment at Gass Orthodontics, you also have to mindful of what you eat. While all those sweet, sour, and sticky …
When should my child be seen for an orthodontic evaluation?
Thanks for asking! It really depends on the dental age of the patient rather than their chronological age. Usually a good time to have your child evaluated by an orthodontist is after the front permanent teeth have erupted into the mouth or if there appears to be extreme crowding of the teeth. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children …
May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
Did you know the month of May is designated National Physical Fitness and Sports Month? After all, there isn’t a better time to celebrate physical activity as when the warm weather and sunshine makes its way back into our lives! Now that the flowers are in bloom and the weather has warmed up, it’s easier to go outside and soak …