Posts by Dr. Jeffrey Mastroianni
Athletics and Braces: A Guide for Parents
When your child gets braces, you may be worried they won’t have time to go to practices, could suffer a mouth injury, or you may not be able to afford both braces and the costs associated with having an athlete in the family. Good news — having a child with braces doesn’t mean they can’t…
Read More4 Ways to Prepare Your Teen for High School Bullies
Watch any high school movie and you’ll see bullying as a major plot point. Unfortunately, high school bullying is just as present in the real world. Today, it takes many forms — verbal, social, and physical — and it’s happening at school, after school, and online. Here are the facts: The School Crime Supplement (National…
Read MoreBack-to-School With Braces: A Parent’s Guide
You’ve bought them new clothes, a backpack, binders, folders, pencils, maybe even a new phone or computer, oh, and one other thing — braces. Whether your child wanted them or not, they are heading back from summer vacation for a year of learning along with teeth straightening. Here are some tips to help them, and…
Read MoreInvisalign at Any Age
Think you’re too old for Invisalign, or clear aligners? Or maybe you feel you’re still too young? Think again – Invisalign can work for people of all ages! What Is Invisalign? The Invisalign system is not a fixed orthodontic appliance like braces. Instead of brackets, bands, and wires, it uses a series of clear, removable…
Read MoreBrace Yourself For Summer Fun!
We love summer in the midwest, don’t we? The sun is out, the pools are open, and everyone is ready to have some fun! Whether you’re traveling over summer or enjoying a stay-cation, here are some ways to enjoy the season while straightening your teeth. Summertime Treats That Are Braces-Friendly We know it can be…
Read MoreDoes My Child Need Adult Teeth before Seeing an Orthodontist?
The short answer? No, there is no need to wait! In fact, when it comes to having your child’s teeth examined by an orthodontist, the sooner the better. Here’s why: It’s About More Than a Pretty Smile Most people think of orthodontists as giving patients straight teeth and beautiful smiles, but that’s not all orthodontists…
Read MoreHelp! My Dog Ate My Retainers!
You’ve checked by your sink, by your bed, and in your mouth. It’s official—your retainers are nowhere to be found. Now what do you do? Your first thought may be that you don’t really need retainers anyway, now that you’ve completed your treatment and your teeth are perfectly straight, right? Wrong. Your Teeth Will Move…
Read MoreIs Whitening Bad for my Teeth?
There are lots of things that are deemed “bad” for your teeth: sugar, coffee, soda. But, what about teeth whitening? How Teeth Whitening Works Both at-home and in-office teeth whitening options use peroxide-based bleaching agents. At-home systems contain from 3-20% peroxide (carbamide or hydrogen peroxides). In-office systems, like you would get from your dentist or…
Read More3 Myths about Braces That Every Teen Should Know
At Amazing Smiles, we are all about straightening things out – including the rumors that start when teens talk about braces! Here are some of the top misconceptions and myths we hear before people start orthodontic treatment: MYTH #1: I can’t play sports in braces The days of needing to sit on the sidelines during…
Read MoreSurviving the Holidays with Orthodontic Treatment
The holiday season is filled with travel, family, and lots of good food – but none of that should stand in the way of a healthier smile! Here are a few tips for navigating holiday events and travel while continuing your orthodontic progress.
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