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Joining the Facebook Revolution

Why Our Orthodontic Practice has a Facebook Page

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Beach Braces understand the value of social media and how convenient it can be to find information and receive updates from your favorite businesses online. We decided that it was time for our staff to take to Facebook as well so that we can provide top-quality customer service across the Facebook social network and deliver information in this comfortable format.

On our Facebook page you will find regular updates, information, orthodontic tips, and events that our office is involved in within the community. By following along with our office you can feel more connected to our staff and also has a lot of your questions answered simply by checking your Facebook feed every day.

Our goal is to become more accessible as an office as well as a little less intimidating. Calling up your orthodontist when you have a question or learning more about your orthodontic treatment is something that a lot of people really struggle with. We find that by putting this information up online on Facebook and linking users back to our website or to helpful information we might find online, we can keep our patients informed about any new tips or advice we might have. This means that if we had discovered a new way that you can for instance, clean your retainer or better care for your oral health you can instantly get these updates right on your Facebook newsfeed. We also provide ongoing information concerning all of the treatment options that we have available so that if you did want to do a bit of extra homework and learn exactly how we are working to bring you a better smile, you can find out exactly how your orthodontic appliance was made and future steps for your treatment.

On Facebook we are very reachable, our staff is constantly checking back to create a really engaging page for all of our patients and other individuals within our community. If you have a question about orthodontic treatment or a concern about your own treatment please feel free to send us a message over Facebook and we can reply to you. You never know when your question might be applicable to someone else’s treatment or help somebody out so don’t be afraid to ask us anything over Facebook.

Along with information we are also pleased to show off some of our great work. We regularly post fun photos and before and after photos so that you can see just what orthodontic treatment could do for you. The idea is to make it easy for individuals who have received orthodontic treatment tour Beach Braces to recommend us to their friends or family members so that we can make a difference in their lives as well.

For ongoing tips with orthodontic care, better customer service and information, as well as some great stories that you can use to inspire you throughout your orthodontic treatment, please visit our Beach braces Facebook page and follow us today. If you have any more questions about our Facebook page feel free to contact us online or through our Beach Braces website directly.

Beach Braces 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Suite B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

TEL: 310-379-0006 Fax: (310) 379-7051.

Joining the Facebook Revolution

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Orthodontics

What is the Right Age to Take your Kids to an Orthodontists?

Age 7 is the Best Time See a Child’s Orthodontist

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Visiting a dentist to check for the early signs of tooth decay should be done as soon as a parent is confident that their child can handle the situation and this applies to visits to an orthodontist too. If there is any sign of misalignment developing in the child’s teeth then this should be addressed as soon as possible. A treatment program started early will ensure any corrections are made with the best outcome and at a lower cost than later in life. Watch the video by Beach Braces to find the answer to the question: Can Orthodontic Treatment be completed on patients with baby teeth?

 

 

The American Association of Orthodontists suggests that a child should have his or her first orthodontic evaluation as soon as any orthodontic problem is noticed and at least by the age of 7. This is because by 7 years old the first molars start to erupt, which determines the back bite. This is when an orthodontist can assess side to side and front to back tooth interactions.  For example, when incisors start to erupt it could mean open bite, possible overbite, crowding and gummy smiles.

Intercepting teeth development in their early stages can:

  • Create a room for erupted teeth that may cause overcrowding
  • Have an influence on jaw growth leading to better facial symmetry
  • Allow enough space for unerupted teeth
  • Lower trauma risk to front teeth that are protruding
  • Lower the necessity to undertake tooth removal and decrease the treatment time through the use of braces

Improving the facial appearance and the smile is all part of the orthodontic treatment processes but there are other improvements that can be made to the functioning of the mouth and teeth through orthodontics. This is orthodontic treatment for a bad bite, which is often called malocclusion. A malocclusion occurs when there is misalignment in the tooth or jaw. A malocclusion can have a variety of effects, including altering how you smile, your chewing motion and how you go about cleaning your teeth.

American Association of Orthodontists’ studies indicate that untreated malocclusions can lead to difficulties when brushing and flossing crowded teeth. The result is a greater likelihood of the onset of tooth decay and more severe gum disease. Protruding teeth can be chipped and damaged more easily. Cross bites can lead to poor growth and the uneven wearing of teeth. Open bites can lead to the habit of tongue-thrusting habits and the onset of speech impediments.

Life can be so much easier later on for your child if an orthodontic assessment is arranged by the age of 7 years at least. Request for your child’s first appointment with Beach Braces now.

Dr Panucci – Beach Braces 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Suite B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

TEL: 310-379-0006 Fax: (310) 379-7051.

What is the Right Age to Take your Kids to an Orthodontists?

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An Early Orthodontic Consultation – A key to a Perfect Smile

When is the right time for an orthodontic checkup?

The short answer to this question is no later than the age of seven years old.

When most people think of orthodontics and patients who have received orthodontic treatment, they think of older children and teenagers. Receiving an early evaluation however can be one of the best ways that you can prepare yourself for an orthodontic treatment as well as get any early treatment out of the way in the event that a child may need two stage treatment. There are number of advantages to your child seeing an orthodontist no later than the age of seven and this figure has been determined by the American Association of Orthodontists.

Benefits of an Early Evaluation

Early evaluation can allow an orthodontist to spot any problems with the growth of a child’s jaw or with teeth as they are just starting to emerge and replace baby teeth. Even though a child’s baby teeth may appear straight but their emerging teeth may tell a different story. Taking the time to do x-rays early on can help an orthodontist to better identify problems and change the way that teeth impact and grow in. If jaws are misaligned, these issues can be fixed using nonsurgical methods. Resetting a jawline can be much more difficult in older patients as the bone structure is more permanently formed and far more difficult to manipulate.

An orthodontic checkup at an early age can help an orthodontist to monitor your child’s jaw growth and development to make sure that everything will form correctly. Monitoring this growth will allow an orthodontist to intervene if there are any issues so that manipulations can be made to make sure that a child’s smile has a chance to come in naturally.

The Risks of Avoiding Early Treatment

Serious and complicated issues can also occur without proper monitoring. A child could have issues with chewing, speaking or breathing if his or her permanent teeth are allowed to come in without proper consultation.

Early treatment reduces the amount of trauma when it comes to overall orthodontic treatment. It can help to improve appearance as a child grows, can help to lower the risk of serious issues arising and also can work to guide the growth and formation of jaws before they set in place.

Early treatment really is the best way that you can give your child an opportunity to form a perfect healthy smile.

If you have a child that requires early treatment or consultation please call Beach Braces today and we can schedule you an appointment.

Beach Braces 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Suite B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
TEL: 310-379-0006 Fax: (310) 379-7051.
An Early Orthodontic Consultation – A key to Perfect Smile
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From a Dentist to an Orthodontist

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“All orthodontists are dentists, but only 6 percent of dentists are orthodontists.”
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Who is an orthodontist?

An easy answer for this question is that orthodontists are specialists who work at aligning jaws and moving teeth into accurate position so that patients can achieve their ideal smile. The process of explaining orthodontic qualifications as well as telling the difference between orthodontists and the various other dental specializations is however a little bit more complicated of an answer.

Orthodontic professionals are fairly rare commodity. All orthodontists begin their career as dentists first and foremost, only 6/100 dental school graduates however will go on and pursue a career in orthodontics. This specialization can take years of extra education and the programs only accept the best and brightest applicants. It can usually takes 10 or more years of post-secondary education to eventually become a full-fledged orthodontist.

The Journey to Become an orthodontist

Stage 1:

The first step in the journey to become an orthodontist is to get a college diploma in an applicable study to dentistry. This diploma could be in the medical or science field and it’s important that students should keep their marks high so that they can eventually qualify for the dental school.

Stage 2:

The next stage is to complete dental school and graduate with high marks so that the future orthodontist can then qualify for orthodontic school.

Stage 3:

After the student has qualified for an orthodontic program with an accredited orthodontic residency he or she needs to complete at least two extra years after dental school which involves hands-on practice through the orthodontic residency program. During this time orthodontic students will learn all that he or she needs to know about guiding facial development as well as managing the movement of teeth to produce better smiles.

Only after all of this education, someone becomes a practicing orthodontist. Generally, when students complete one of these programs they will limit their work to orthodontic work only to the various treatments for orthodontic problems.

Responsibilities

An orthodontist is specially equipped to create beautiful smiles as well as diagnose and prevent a number of problems that can occur. Some orthodontists will specialize in treatments for conditions like sleep apnea. Orthodontists dedicate their entire professional careers to helping people create their dream smiles as well as allowing patients to chew and speak without any discomfort.

Orthodontists also need to continuously educate themselves as new appliances keep on coming. Using tools like braces, aligners, retainers and advanced imaging tools, orthodontist can improve their practice and deliver better results to their patients. This is why continuous education is very important for them. By joining in to associations like the American Association of orthodontists, or by demonstrating a high quality of service and becoming a Platinum Provider of certain orthodontic appliances, an orthodontist can get access to a new technology as it is released as well as work as an advisor for the development of the orthodontic appliances.

If you are interested in seeing a qualified orthodontist in Manhattan Beach area please call Beach Braces today for a free consultation appointment.

Beach Braces 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Suite B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
TEL: 310-379-0006 Fax: (310) 379-7051.
From a Dentist to an Orthodontist
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Adult Orthodontics

Orthodontic Treatment: More Adults Seeking it

Statistical Overview of People Seeking Orthodontic Help

A record number of adults are seeking orthodontic treatment according to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).

While many of us think of orthodontic treatment as a practice that is best left for kids and youths, it seems as though adults are checking into orthodontic offices in record numbers. The American Association of Orthodontists has suggested that the number of adult patients has been bumped up a full 14% from the year 2010 to 2012. This means that there are roughly 1, 225,850 patients currently receiving orthodontic treatment that are 18 and over.

Adult Orthodontics

Dr. Panucci with her Adult Patient

This information was ascertained from a survey entitled “The Economics of Orthodontics”. Members of the AAO were simply asked how many patients they were treating above the age of 18 and the results were then tallied by a research firm called loyalty research Center.

The findings of the survey showed that there was a 20% increase in patients from 2010 to 2012 with a 22% increase in patients under the age of 17 and a 14% increase in adult patients. This was perhaps the largest number of non-adult patients collected in similar surveys since the year 1982. These are truly staggering results which show trends in the amount of people who are seeking orthodontic care today.

Benefits in results

In a satisfaction survey conducted by the AAO in October also found that adults experienced a number of improvements in their lives both professionally and personally with their post-orthodontic smile. Most patients cited an improvement in self-confidence and a staggering 92% of patients would recommend orthodontic care to other adults.

The same survey also revealed that 71% of these patients had concerns going into their treatment but all of these concerns were alleviated after treatment had finished.

Many of the adults who are seeking orthodontic treatment have gone decades without the ability to show off their smile confidently. Orthodontic treatment can make a major impact when it comes to improving confidence and with the average treatment time spanning around 22 months in adult patients. It takes just a short amount of time and a flexible investment to drastically change an adult outlook on life and marginally improve his or her life with orthodontic treatment.

Committing to treatment

For adults that are worried about commitment, many orthodontists have flexible hours and flexible scheduling for appointments. Patients are only required to see their orthodontist once every few weeks and patients can be very quickly motivated as they begin to see results shortly after their treatment begins.

If you are interested in starting your journey towards the perfect smile contact Beach Braces today for a free consultation.

Dr Panucci – Beach Braces 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Suite B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
TEL: 310-379-0006 Fax: (310) 379-7051.
Orthodontic Treatment: More Adults Seeking it