The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit Gass Orthodontics for a consultation with Dr. Gass. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early intervention can prevent greater dental health problems later in life. What types of conditions require …
Electric Toothbrush: How do you choose?
Since the introduction of the power toothbrush in the 1960s, this tool has undergone many technological advances, from design and bristle motions to rotation oscillation and sonic vibration. What is rotation oscillation? That’s when the head of the toothbrush alternately rotates in one direction and then the other. Power toothbrushes can deliver up to 50,000 strokes per minute, which is …
Tips for Using Invisalign®
More than one patient has come into our office and asked, “What can I do to help my teeth when wearing Invisalign?” While everyone’s teeth and dental needs are different, there are certain things everyone can do to make wearing their Invisalign aligners a more rewarding experience. Always follow the list of instructions and tips from Dr. Gass, and add …
Gass Ortho Supports the Ballet!
Dr. Gass recently sponsored an ad for the local Narnia production and has treated most of the girls in the production! He places an ad with the production every year for their annual Adventures in Narnia performance! Don’t forget to buy your tickets for this year’s December performance and make an appointment with Gass Orthodontics! These girls don’t forget to …
Five Tips in Caring for Your Braces During Orthodontic Treatment
After getting your braces, it is important to know how to take care of your teeth in order to ensure that your braces stay intact and do their job so that your teeth are in top-notch condition after you complete your orthodontic treatment. Today, our team at Gass Orthodontics thought we would provide you with five tips you need to …
The Effects of Biting Your Nails
Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids between the ages of ten and 18 have been nail biters at one time or another. Experts say that about 30 percent of children and 15 percent of adults are …
How to Avoid Delays During Your Orthodontic Treatment
Our patients at Gass Orthodontics hate the thought of delaying their treatments and often ask us what they can do in between their adjustment visits to help. Today, Dr. Gass and our team thought we would provide some tips on how you can stay on track in regards to your treatment plan time. The first thing we want you to …
Halloween – Candy, Costumes, and More!
All Hallows’ Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over the world. Some scholars claim that Halloween originated from Celtic festivals that honored the dead or that celebrated the harvest, while others doubt that there’s any connection at all to …
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How Long After My Braces Come Off Should I Wear My Retainer?
Braces are an investment in your smile. When your teeth reach a desired straightness, you’ll have a beautiful smile, but it’s important to keep it that way! You can accomplish this with a retainer provided by Gass Orthodontics. A retainer is a small, custom-fit device that reinforces the new position of your teeth after your braces are removed. But for …