Many people come to Handon Place Orthodontics with all kinds of ideas about orthodontists and braces. Like thinking that braces are for kids or that all orthodontists our actually blood thirsty vampires…
So in order to get things straight, we came up with a list of common orthodontic Myths and Facts.
Myth: Braces are only for kids!
Fact: No way! Actually, one of five orthodontic patients is a full grown adult.
Myth: People wearing braces can magnetize their mouth to the fridge.
Fact: Nope. Braces are made from non magnetic materials, and today there are even clear braces that are made out of plastic.
Myth: Ouch! Braces are painful
Fact: After a short adjustment period you’ll forget that you have braces
Myth: You have to wear braces for years and years
Fact: Not necessarily. Some patients wear braces for only a couple of months, not years and definitely not years and years!
Myth: Braces look ugly and I’ll be embarrassed in school or at work
Fact: Braces aren’t what they used to be and today there are invisible braces or braces you can wear from the back.
Because October is Orthodontic Month, give us a call 718.622.2695 and discover all the treats and goodies we've got for you at Hanson Place Orthodontics.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Orthodontic Month Myths and Facts brought to you by Hanson Place Orthodontics
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Hanson Place Orthodontics Celebrate National Orthodontic Month
October is National Orthodontic Health Month and orthodontists around the nation take this time to share their “Flossophy” with patients, parents and the local community.
The guys at the American Association of Orthodontists work extra hours this month, campaigning around the United States and Canada, targeting newspapers and TV at the national and local levels. Last year more than 79 million people were exposed to the Orthodontic Month and this year we’re even going for more.
You must be wondering how come October was chosen as the Orthodontic Health Month. Well, wonder no more! At the end of this month there’s a special holiday that children love and bacteria adores. That’s right! Halloween!
This year, we want all of you guys to become real heroes and avoid the treats that can play tricks on your braces! Don't eat anything that’s hard, sticky or chewy like caramel, taffy, popcorn or hard nuts and enjoy only braces-friendly treats! Hey it’s Orthodontic Month! It’s the law!
If you want more information about Orthodontic Month give us a call 718.622.2695 and discover all the treats and goodies we've got for you at Hanson Place Orthodontics.
