Keeping Our Patients on Schedule

Here at Bovenizer Orthodontics, we know our patients and parents lead busy lives and sometimes the day to day life of our personal schedules can get away from us.  Part of keeping our patients and parents happy is by finishing their treatment on time.  One of the ways we can keep you on schedule is by making sure you make it to your appointments.  Thanks to TeleVox, we can keep you posted through e-mail reminders a couple of days ahead and by text to your mobile phone.  If you are not receiving e-mail reminders now, stop by our front desk or call us to sign up!

When Should Children Have Early Orthodontic Treatment?

Here at Bovenizer Orthodontics, we like to take a conservative approach on treatment.  In most cases, the optimal time is when all the permanent are in including twelve year molars.  This keeps our patients from being in treatment longer than necessary.  However, there are times when early treatment is beneficial for young children. 

The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that children be seen by the age of 7 or when the first signs of early orthodontic problems occur.  Early evaluation can detect problems and allows better planning for more effective treatment in hopes of preventing more serious problems later.

Early orthodontic treatment is effective and desirable in certain situations.  Some of the problems which do require early orthodontic treatment include:

·         Creating room for crowded, erupting teeth

·         Creating facial symmetry through influencing jaw growth

·         Reducing the risk of trauma to protruding  teeth

·         Preserving space for unerupted teeth

·         Reducing the need for tooth removal

·         Reducing treatment time in braces

Orthodontics is not solely for the aesthetic improvement of the teeth.  Orthodontics is also used for tooth and jaw misalignment.  These “malocclusions” affect how you chew and clean your teeth as well as how you feel about your smile.  While orthodontics can create a more aesthetically pleasing smile, it also creates a healthier one that will be easier to maintain in life.

Why Use AdvanSync Over a Traditional Herbst?

AdvanSync (Half the size of the Herbst and Forsus

Why use it?

One of the most common concerns orthodontists treat is the discrepancy that occurs when the upper teeth protrude beyond the lower.  Ordinarily when we see a patient with the upper teeth protruding, we tend to think that the upper jaw and teeth are too far forward: but more often than not, this condition is due to a small lower jaw that is further back than it should be.  With these patients, we would like to encourage the lower jaw to catch up in growth, and braces with the AdvaSync appliance help this happen.

What is it?

The AdvanSync (Made by Ormco) appliance is a non-removable appliance that is used in adolescents that have a small or posteriorly positioned lower jaw.  The appliance is used to encourage the lower jaw to come forward during the adolescent growth spurt as well as providing dental changes to move the lower teeth forward.  It is cemented to the upper and lower molars, connecting the jaws together in a way that keeps the lower jaw in a more forward position.  The AdvanSync needs to be in place for 6-9 months if skeletal jaw changes are desired.  In all cases, braces are placed on the teeth at the same time as the AdvanSync, allowing us to treat patients more efficiently and thus limiting the total treatment time in braces




Herbst

 What does it look like?

Unlike headgear the AdvanSync is hidden inside the back of the mouth and is virtually unnoticeable.  Unlike similar appliances (such as the Herbst appliance and Forsus appliance), the AdvanSync is half the size of theses for maximum patient comfort and range of motion.  It can be seen when a patient opens their mouth wide, but it does not come out of the mouth.  In many patients, the AdvanSync immediately improves their appearance from a profile (side) view, in that it moves the lower jaw (and therefore the chin) forward.

Will it be uncomfortable?
The first two weeks with AdvancSync in place is challenging for the patient.  It is something that takes time getting used to.  Patients will not feel discomfort, but rather have to adjust  to the appliance and the new position of their jaws.  The feeling is similar to what is felt when one moves their lower jaw forward so that the edges of the bottom front teeth hit the edges of the top
front teeth.  Patients can eat normally with the AdvancSync in place.

Forsus



Dr. Bovenizer Nominated to Ormco Insiders Group

Dr. Bo was recently nominated to become a member and participate in the Ormco Insiders Group, a worldwide elite Orthodontic research and development team.  This is a very high honor and he will work with and advise this orthodontic company to bring about the latest technological advances in the profession.  Being part of the Ormco Insiders assures you that Dr. Bo is continually exceeding the highest standards and latest advancements in orthodontic treatment.

Bovenizer Orthodontics: Helping Our Patients Feel at Ease

From the moment you enter Bovenizer Orthodontics, Dr. Bo and our team strive to provide you with individual care in a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere.  Our team will always explain the details of what you can expect during your appointments, so there are never any surprises.  You will always have the opportunity to ask questions and have your concerns addressed. There are no silly questions!  Please don't hesitate to let us know if there is ever anything that we can do to better serve you on a more personal level.  It is   our goal for patients to feel as comfortable as possible during their experience at Bovenizer Orthodontics.

Want to learn more about Bovenizer Orthodontics? Watch our videos!

Here at Bovenizer Orthodontics we are always having fun!  Dr. Bo is great about posting videos regarding the practice.  He posts videos on his YouTube channel, as well as the Bovenizer Orthodontics Facebook page for our patients and future patients to see.  Some examples of videos include office tours, patient testimonials, before and after treatments, and videos describing our products and procedures.  We have a lot of fun with these personal videos!  It shows our enthusiasm about our office and all that we do. You can see for yourself the great time and smiles we produce.

You Deserve a Beautiful and Healthy Smile

At Bovenizer Orthodontics, we know image is everything. For many adults, the thought of having metal brackets and wires attached to their teeth for two or more years may be more than enough to delay orthodontic treatment.

If you’ve been considering straightening your teeth but are apprehensive about metal wires and brackets getting in the way of your smile, Invisalign treatment at Bovenizer Orthodontics  may be a great solution.Invisalign, which straightens teeth through a series of clear, custom-fit removable aligners, does so in a way that is discreet and hardly noticeable. 

Are you or a loved one looking to have the smile they deserve?  We are hosting a special Invisalign event on Tuesday February 28th from 4-7 p.m.  Appointments are limited so reserve yours soon to see if you are a candidate for Invisalign.  You can receive $500 off Invisalign treatment.  Call us today!