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 …
Celebrities get braces, too!
Did you know that back in 2002, Tom Cruise had braces? During this time, he was 40 years old and filmed Minority Report, Austin Powers in Goldmember and the Last Samurai. Check out his smile in Jerry Maguire, Rain Man or The Firm and compare to the post-braces Tom Cruise in Valkyrie or Tropic Thunder. The fact is, movie stars …
Braces 101 with Gass Orthodontics
f you ever sustain damage to your braces and need to call Gass Orthodontics, we can help you more effectively if you can tell us exactly which piece is in trouble! Here’s a handy diagram and corresponding list of all the parts that make up your braces. Elastic Tie: Tiny rubber band that fits around the bracket to hold the …
Regular checkups are essential in maintaining good oral health
Are you brushing and flossing daily during your orthodontic treatment? If yes, that’s great! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every 3-to-6 months in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing (and visiting Gass Orthodontics, of course). Regular dental checkups are important for maintaining good oral health, especially during orthodontic treatment. Your …
A Festive and Braces-Friendly Recipe to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
If you’re planning to spend St. Patrick’s Day celebrating your Irish heritage, or just enjoying the festivals, food and “wearing of the green”- we’ve got a treat for you! Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists have a tasty and braces-friendly recipe that is perfect for today. Corned Beef Casserole presents a twist on the traditional St. Patrick’s Day …
Ask Dr. Gass: What’s so bad about nail biting?
We’ve all heard that biting your nails is an awful habit, but you many wonder- really- what’s so bad about it? Recently, our team at Gass Orthodontics found an interesting article that discusses how biting your nails affect your teeth and oral health. Nail biting, also known as Onychophagia, is a common habit among various age groups, including primarily children, …
Smile, and you might just live longer!
Folks with big smiles may actually live longer than those who don’t, according to a March 2010 study at Michigan’s Wayne State University. Dr. Jedidiah Gass has known for quite some time that positive emotion has been linked to both physical and mental health, but researchers at the university did something quite interesting: they looked at photos of 230 ball-players …
Dr. Jedidiah Gass, the Register Guards’ Readers’ Choice “Most Outstanding Orthodontist” in Our Area
It’s that time again, votes are now being accepted for the Register Guard’s 2011 Readers’ Choice Awards. Last year, Dr. Jedidiah Gass from Gass Orthodontics, came in 1st Place for the “most outstanding orthodontist” in our area and we are hoping to repeat those results in 2011. We would appreciate your vote of confidence! Click on THIS LINK to vote for …
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!
Each February for the past 61 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. For kids wearing braces, brushing and …