CNN-Myths about Braces

Here is a really informative segment on CNN all about braces.

If you are interested in orthodontic treatment please come and visit us at Duffin, Adams and Gimlen Orthodontics.

Soda and Your Health

Did you know:
People who drink 3 or more sodas a week have 62% more dental decay, fillings and tooth loss.
The average American drinks more than 53 gallons
of carbonated soft drinks each year, more than any other beverage
including water.
One 12 oz. can of Coca Cola has 9 teaspoons of sugar.
Working out? Did you know a bottle of Gatorade or Vitamin water
has a lot of unhealthy sugar?

At Dr. Duffin, Adams and Gimlen Orthodontics we want to see you choose healthy beverage options!

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Can smiling make you live longer?

People with big smiles may actually live longer than those who don’t, according to a 2010 study at Michigan’s Wayne State University. The team at Duffin, Adams and Gimlen Orthodontics have known for quite some time that positive emotion has been linked to both physical and mental health, but researchers at the university did something quite interesting: they looked at photos of 230 ball-players who began their careers in baseball prior to 1950 and studied their smile intensity (ranging from big smile, no smile or partial smile). The players' smile ratings were compared with data from deaths that occurred from 2006 through 2009. The researchers then took into account other factors that impact life longevity, including body mass index, career length and even college attendance.

The results? Researchers found that players who weren't smiling in the photos died at the average age of 72.9 years. Players with partial smiles lived to be 75. Those with big smiles, however, lived on average to be 79.9 years old.

The take-away from the new study? Keep smiling and you might just live longer! Have you been perfecting your smile by visiting Duffin, Adams and Gimlen Orthodontics? If not, give us a call!

When should I bring my child to the orthodontist

Many parents assume they must wait until a child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Dr Adams and Gimlen, only to find that treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Consequently, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven.

Most parents think that seven is too early, so why then. At age seven the average patient has enough permanent teeth have arrived for an orthodontist to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites and open bites can be detected.

Orthodontic evaluation at an early age provides one of two positive outcomes: For some, early identification or problems will lead to easier or shorter orthodontic treatment in the future. For others, a healthy prognosis will provide immediate peace of mind and the child will be monitored on a regular basis to watch their growth and dental development.

Early evaluation, of course, may signal a need for early treatment. For some children, early treatment can prevent physical and emotional trauma. Aside from spurring on years of harmful teasing, misaligned teeth are also prone to injury and detrimental to good oral hygiene. So if your child is nearing age 7, give us a call at Braces By The Sea to schedule an appointment.

May is National Teen Self-Esteem Month

At Adams and Gimlen Orthodontics, we know how you look is a reflection on how you feel about yourself. At an age when image is so important, the thought of having braces may intensify the already delicate confidence of today's teens. Well, May is National Teen Self-Esteem Month, and during this time, parents are encouraged to act as positive role models, help stop negative self-images, and improve confidence and security among teenagers.

One of the great ways to improve your confidence is to improve your smile. And that begins with a complimentary consultation at our office. After all, what better time to avoid having crooked teeth in your adulthood than coming in for a consultation with Dr Adams or Dr Gimlen?

We proudly provide traditional braces, Icognito and Invisalign. We invite you to give us a call to schedule a complimentary consultation or ask us on Facebook!

Teething medications

For everyone with young children- please take a look at this link

Contest Winner

Congratulations to Jaxon for winning $50, our Smiles on Spring Break contest winner!