Drs. Gimlen, Duffin and Adams, supporting National Children’s Dental Health Month

Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.

For kids wearing traditional braces, brushing and flossing can become more difficult, requiring extra time and vigilance to remove food particles that accumulate on and between the teeth and in braces. New options for braces such as Invisalign Teen, which is removable, make it easier for kids to maintain good oral health during orthodontic treatment.

If the health of your teeth is ignored during treatment with braces, the results can be significantly compromised. Drs. Gimlen, Duffin and Adams are available to explain why effective brushing and flossing is one of the most critical actions needed from patients during orthodontic treatment. Have you visited Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics lately? Give us a call!

Getting social with Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics

At Duffin, Adams and Gimlen Orthodontics, we embrace technology, whether it’s through the innovative orthodontic treatments we offer, our high-tech web site or our Facebook fan page. We love connecting with our patients online, whether it’s by sharing news on our blog or communicating ideas on our fan page. For social media to work, conversation is vital, and that’s why we invite you to join in and tell us what’s on your mind. Although social media is hugely popular these days, we know it is unpredictable and ever-changing.

While Drs. Gimlen, Duffin and Adams and our staff take a little time to research how to best use social media, we thought we’d ask you, our loyal patients: How would you like us to use our social networks? What would you like us to share on our blog? Send us your thoughts or give us a call!

Mouth guards and sports injuries, with Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics

At Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics we know how important it is to protect your face. The spring months bring an increase in outdoor activities and a greater chance of damaging your precious mouth and pearly whites. We also know sports-related injuries are common among children. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, 70 percent of parents said their biggest worry is that their child will get hurt while playing sports. That’s why the team at Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics are doing our part to spread the word that facial sports injuries can be avoided simply by reminding your kids to wear mouth guards. Ask us—Drs. Adams, Gimlen or Duffin may recommend the best mouth guard for you.

In addition, the AAO has provided the following tips for keeping your kids safe on the field. Remind them to:

• Wear mouth guards during contact sports
• Wear a helmet
• Stretch before and after a game or practice
• Wear protective eye wear
• Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
• Be observant—even as a spectator

All of these can reduce injuries. Only by using a mouth guard and other forms of facial protection can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. Be sure to avoid mouth guards that custom form to your teeth as these will resist any tooth movements we are trying to achieve. Lastly, please give us a call if you have any questions about mouth guards or your treatment at Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics.

Get 24/7 access to your account at Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics!

At Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics, we embrace new technology, whether it is through the innovative orthodontic treatments that we offer, our high-tech web site and social networks, or our modern offices conveniently located in Manhattan Beach and El Segundo.

Did you know our patients have access to their account, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on our web site? You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, from the comfort of your own home! You can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages!

Just see what some of our patients are saying about this service!

"I can review appointment information anytime of the day,even when the office is closed." ~ Shellie S.

"I've just started using it, but like the ease of being able to have all of the information at hand now." ~ Heather G.

"The reminders are great since I am so busy at work and forget about appointments." ~ Vickie G.

"Being able to viewing appointmetns and financial history is very helpful, if I ever need to view this information it is right there at my finger tips..." ~ Gloria C.

You may sign up for this convenient service on our web site by clicking the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please call the team at Duffin Adams Gimlen Orthodontics if you have any questions!