Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Ask Dr. Weaver: Am I too old for braces?

Who’s afraid of “metal mouth” and the appearance of braces? Not adults, apparently. Recently, our staff at Weaver Orthodontics read a fascinating statistic: the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996! Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong, healthy and perfectly-aligned, but perhaps another reason for the spike in adult braces is this: people want to look and feel great. In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, and at a time when evenly-aligned and sparkling teeth might be the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing—wisely, we might add—to invest in orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment with our team can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, we would love to have you visit for a consultation. Please give us a call to set one up!

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Distinguishing the myths and facts about orthodontics, from Weaver Orthodontics

Trust us when we say Dr. Weaver and our staff know there are quite a few myths about orthodontics (and orthodontists) floating around these days. But before you buy into those myths, we think you should get the facts! Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists set the record straight (no pun intended) and have provided some information that sheds some light on the myths and facts of orthodontics. We encourage you to check them out today!

If you have any questions about orthodontics or your treatment here at Weaver Orthodontics, feel free to give us a call.

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

The importance of retainers, from Weaver Orthodontics

If you recently completed treatment at Weaver Orthodontics, we’d like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been removed, Dr. Weaver will provide—or has provided you—with retainers. After braces are removed, teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers, however, always provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth in their corrected, ideal positions until the bones and gums adapt to the treatment changes. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed by Dr. Weaver is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime.

To learn more about the advantages of wearing retainers after your orthodontic treatment with us, please read this helpful article about retainers from KidsHealth or give us a call!

Thursday, August 5, 2010

Traveling T-Shirt Contest Update

We are loving all the pictures we have received in our Traveling T Shirt Contest!

As a reminder, all entries must be received by Aug 12th so what are you waiting for? Send us those awesome pics of your Weaver Smiles while wearing your Weaver Orthodontics t shirt and you could be one of the lucky winners of $50! Thanks to everyone who has entered so far, and GOOD LUCK!