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 …
Ask Dr. Gass: Who benefits from braces?
Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Dr. Jedidiah Gass will tell you that anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic treatment, whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early. To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation …
Why do you choose Gass Orthodontics?
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Summer FUN with Gass Orthodontics!
It’s summer here at Gass Orthodontics, a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories. Whether you are headed to a barbecue, a camping trip, hitting America’s open roads or just having fun in the backyard, Dr. Jedidiah Gass and our team want to hear all about it! We also encourage you to post any stories or photos from your …
Kids Getting Braces at a Younger Age
Dr. Jedidiah Gass will tell you that braces were originally considered to be best appropriate for teens. But these days, kids as old as seven are beginning their orthodontic treatment. Because preadolescent kids are typically not self-conscious, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists suggest it could be a good idea to start early. Experts, however, say it depends …
Stay Cool with a Braces-Friendly Summer Treat!
Summer is here! Kids and adults alike will now be spending more time outside being active and enjoying the hotter temperatures. What’s better on a hot summer day than a delicious treat that will cool you down after doing something active in the summer sun? Luckily, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have just the thing, Watermelon …
HOW TO: Floss with Braces
Dr. Jedidiah Gass will tell you that keeping your teeth clean is more important than ever when you have braces. Food bits have more spots than usual to hide in your mouth, so you must be diligent in order to avoid bad breath, swollen gums, discolored teeth and cavities. If you remove plaque regularly during treatment, you’ll experience better results …
“When should my child first see an Orthodontist?”
Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to see Dr. Jedidiah Gass for a consultation, only to discover treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven? That’s right—seven. …
Foods to Avoid During Your Orthodontic Treatment
There are a variety of foods Dr. Jedidiah Gass wants you to avoid while you’re wearing braces. Some foods can occasionally damage braces, but certain foods can bend the wires or even break the brackets on your braces. If you’re wearing braces, you should avoid starch, sugar and gummy foods, as these foods can be difficult to remove during brushing. …
A great BRACES-FRIENDLY recipe! From Dr. Gass
Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) made an appetizing (and braces-friendly!) dish that is sure to delight. Remember, a healthy diet provides essential nutrients and helps you achieve the best possible result from your orthodontic treatment. Soy Simmered Chicken Wraps Ingredients: • 3 boneless chicken breast halves • 2 large onions, chunked • Small flour tortillas (pkg. …