Posts by Dr. Jeffrey Mastroianni
Celebrating National Bullying Prevention Month
In a few short days, the Amazing Smiles team will begin celebrating National Bullying Prevention Month for the whole month of October! Bullying prevention and awareness is something near and dear to our hearts, and we hope you will join us in working towards a brighter, kinder future. Here are a few ways you can get involved:…
Read MoreHow Do I Know My Child Is Ready For Braces?
Around age 7 and above, our kids’ teeth, mouth, and jaw seem to change by the day – which makes it harder to know when they’re truly ready for braces! However, this period of dramatic growth also makes it the perfect time for them to meet their orthodontist. Not sure if your child is ready…
Read MoreMegan Meier Foundation Partnership
As many of our patients and friends know, Amazing Smiles is passionate about anti-bullying education and promoting kindness among kids. That’s why we developed our year-round program Stand Up and Smile, which encourages kids to ‘be a buddy, not a bully’. We work with schools, parents, and families to make bullying a thing of the past. We…
Read MoreAll About Insurance Part 2
Orthodontics can be pricy, but fortunately, there are all kinds of financing options and insurance benefits that can help. We’re back to answer more of your most frequently asked questions regarding all things ortho financing, benefits, and orthodontic insurance! What is a dental savings plan? Savings plans are not considered insurance, but for a fee,…
Read MoreWhat Do You Do During an Ortho Emergency?
Fortunately, true orthodontic emergencies are few and far between, and most issues can be addressed right from home or the next time you see your orthodontist. Here are a couple of the most common scenarios: Issues You Can Manage from Home Have a wire poking out, or an awkward braces bracket irritating your mouth? These…
Read MoreHow To Prepare A Beautiful Smile for Your Wedding Day
Your wedding day is a wonderful day full of family, friends, and big smiles! Here are a few tips to make sure your smile is looking picture perfect on your big day: A Year Before: Visit the Ortho These days, there are tons of orthodontic options that help you get a straighter, more beautiful smile…
Read MoreWhat Does It Mean to be an Invisalign Diamond Plus Provider?
Invisalign is a great option for teens and adults who want a discreet and convenient way to straighten their smile. We love helping our patients create the smile of their dreams with this high-quality product. Our team is honored to have the unique designation of being an Invisalign ‘Diamond Plus Provider’! What is Invisalign? Invisalign…
Read MoreIntroducing Stand Up and Smile
We are so excited to announce our newest community initiative, Stand Up and Smile! Through this program, our hope is to teach kids to ‘be a buddy, not a bully’ and to make bullying a thing of the past. Dr. Jeff and the Amazing Smiles team have always been passionate about anti-bullying education. Our Stand Up…
Read MoreHow to Take Care of your Retainers
If you think about it, having braces is the easy part. You come into the office, they are adhered to your teeth, and from there they are adjusted for you by a professional. Just a little maintenance on your end to keep them clean. Then, once the braces are off, retainers enter the mix and…
Read MoreAthletics 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…
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