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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 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 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 MoreWelcome, Dr. Ruppel!
We are so excited to introduce the newest addition to our amazing team of doctors, Dr. Julie Ruppel, D.M.D. M.S.! Being an orthodontist is Dr. Ruppel’s passion, and her genuine care for her patients is apparent in everything she does. She shares our team’s vision of using the latest technologies to make your orthodontic experience…
Read MoreEncouraging Your Child to Stand Up to Bullying
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, uniting communities nationwide to educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention. At Amazing Smiles, we take a stand against bullying and work to empower our patients to take that same stand. What Bullying Looks Like You may think you know bullying when you see it, but consider these statistics:…
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 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 MoreStand 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 More10 Must-See Summer Activities for St. Louis Kids
It’s the best time of the year – school is out, the weather is warm, and there are plenty of opportunities for adventure! Here are 5 must-do activities before heading back to school in the fall: School is out, the weather is warm, and it’s the perfect time for some adventure! To help plan what…
Read MoreTroop to Troop: Giving Back Near and Far
At Amazing Smiles, we believe our community is everything. That was the inspiration behind our development of the Troop to Troop program, which support scouts, first responders, and members of our military. This program combines two things we love – educating young people and supporting the people who work hard for our country and communities.…
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