In recent years, many links have been established between orthodontic treatments and whole body health. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, researchers have observed that people with gum disease are more likely to develop heart disease or experience difficulty controlling blood sugar than people without gum disease. While researchers continue to find associations between oral health …
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
It’s a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you’re chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery gob whole! It’s at this point you remember your mother warning you as a child that if you swallow gum it will stake a claim and take up residency in …
A Special Thank-You!
Thank you to everyone who nominated Gass Orthodontics in the Register-Guard for Favorite Orthodontist! We have chosen our winner of the $100 Visa gift card at random and the winner is… Nicholas M! Congratulations Nicholas and thank you to everyone who nominated us! We appreciate your help! The next step is voting! Starting Monday, February 24th, please vote for Gass Orthodontics!
Aging and Oral Health
As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of adults age 65 and older have no remaining teeth. What’s more, nearly one-third of older adults have untreated tooth decay. Oral health, regardless of age, is crucial to overall good …
Valentine’s Day History
Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people don’t realize is that the modern Valentine’s Day celebration arose from a religious holiday. St. Valentine’s Day was originally celebrated as a religious feast day in honor of early Christian …
Please Nominate Gass Orthodontics!
It’s official! You can place your nominations for your favorite local businesses in the Register-Guard! We would love to be considered, and if you nominate Gass Orthodontics for Favorite Orthodontist, let us know! You will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 gift card! Ready… set… go!
Braces-Friendly Recipe: Dinner
Wearing braces during your treatment at Gass Orthodontics presents some unique challenges in the types of food you can safely eat. The wrong items can be difficult to remove from between your teeth and the appliance. Other foods may even break or loosen your braces. Dinner recipe ideas Lasagna is a great dinner choice because it provides you with several …
Is adult orthodontic treatment for you?
Adult patients who seek orthodontic treatment usually fall into one of two camps: those who did not undergo orthodontic treatment as a child or those who had braces at one point but stopped wearing retainers for one reason or another. At Gass Orthodontics, we are happy to offer a variety of treatment options to straighten our patients’ teeth. Dr. Gass …
The Evolution of Braces
Did you know that even in ancient times, people wanted to improve the look and function of their smiles? Gass Orthodontics thinks of modern orthodontic appliances as sleek, efficient technology, but this was not always so! Take a look at the highlights in the evolution of braces. Ancient Times: From Greece to Rome According to The Angle Orthodontist, Aristotle and …
How do braces move my teeth?
Great question! Tooth movement is your body’s natural response to light pressure applied by braces over a period of time (usually two years). Braces work by using brackets that are glued onto your teeth; these brackets have small slots, and that is where Dr. Gass and our team insert orthodontic wires. These wires are held in place by small elastic …