Posts by Dr. Jeffrey Mastroianni
Stand Up to Bullying
A brand new school year brings all kinds of exciting things – new friends, new teachers, and tons of new experiences. But unfortunately, many children are not so excited for the start of school, especially those prone to bullying. Getting bullied in school is harmful to a child’s education, school involvement, and can seriously affect…
Read MoreClear Aligners: Professional Vs. Do-It-Yourself
Clear aligners like Invisalign have exploded in popularity due to their ease of use, discreetness, and the amazing results they create. Teens and adults alike can utilize this new technology to achieve their goal of creating a perfect smile. However, these days there are many places to turn for clear aligners, including kits that can…
Read MoreA Case for Kids’ Care
When people think of orthodontists, they usually picture pre-teens in braces or adults with aligners. But kids can benefit from an early visit to the doctor as well! Around age 7, children are growing quickly and often have a combination of permanent and baby teeth, which makes it the perfect time to introduce them to…
Read MoreBraces Vs. Invisalign
When you find out that you or your child are in need of orthodontic treatment, it can leave you feeling a little overwhelmed. You’re likely to have a number of questions and concerns, and may be wondering what’s caused the issue, what treatments are recommended for your specific case, and how we’ll correct the problem.…
Read MoreHow To Survive Halloween With Braces
Did you know that October is National Orthodontic Health Month? Here at Amazing Smiles Orthodontics, this means taking a little extra time to educate people about what orthodontics is, how beneficial orthodontic treatment can be, and how to achieve a healthy, aligned smile. It also happens to be the month we celebrate copious amounts of…
Read MoreHow to Protect Your Braces While Playing Sports
The next couple of months are full of sporting activities, from Friday Night Lights to fall ball. If you participate in sports regularly and have learned that orthodontic treatment with braces is on the horizon for you, you may be worried this will keep you stuck on the sidelines. We treat many athletes here at…
Read MoreBack to School Braces Survival Guide
It seems like summer took forever to get here, and now it’s already almost gone! Getting into the swing of a new school year is always a mix of emotions, but for students who have recently gotten braces, heading back to school can feel especially stressful. Students have experienced changes to their appearance, and their…
Read MoreBraces For Adults
Although orthodontic treatment was once seen solely as a rite of passage for teens, there is been a shift in the way patients think, and orthodontists are treating more adults than ever before. In fact, about 1 in every 4 current orthodontic patients is over the age of 18, a record number! With the number…
Read MoreSummer is the Best Time to Start Orthodontic Treatment
Summer days are finally here! Whether you plan on camping or glamping, swimming or sunning yourself by the pool, staying close to home or jetting off to exotic locations, these long days and later mornings are something we can all get excited about. You probably have not spent much time thinking about your child’s teeth…
Read MoreTwo-Phase Treatment
You may hear us at Amazing Smiles refer to something called Developmental Orthodontics after your child has completed his or her orthodontic evaluation with us. It can sound a bit daunting, especially if you are new to this term. But there is hope! It is definitely not as intimidating as it might seem, in fact,…
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