Remington Smiles - Kendra J. Remington, DDS
Orthodontist Serving Guilford, Connecticut
There are secrets to good toothrushing with braces you say??? Tell me more! Well, since you asked..
I firmly believe this. That’s why I provide all my patients with the most up-to-date Oral B/Braun electric toothbrush. The electric brush has a small round head which is great for getting to those hard to reach spots on and around your braces.
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Here at Dr. Remington’s orthodontic practice, we love seeing smiling faces, and we’re lucky enough to see them every day! Here are a few we’d like to share with you this week.
What is Emily T. smiling about, you may ask yourself? Is it because she’s enjoying her summer vacation? Possibly. Is it because she is taking home a giant cupcake after today’s visit? Probably. Is it because she just got her braces off? Most definitely!!! Keep smiling Emily!!! [Read more…] about Smiling Faces!
We live in the selfie age. Selfies of our toes on the beach. Selfies with our BFF’s. Selfies with our pets. What could be next? Dr. Lance T. Vernon at the Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine suggests that it could be tooth brushing! A study by Dr. Vernon indicates that using your smartphone to make a video of your brushing technique could improve the skill with which one brushes. As an orthodontist, I am in complete agreement with Dr. Vernon when he states that “dentists and patients (need to) focus more on prevention, rather than on fixing problems once they occur”. On the day that the braces are removed, I want to see both a beautiful AND a healthy smile that is not marred by decalcification (white or dark) marks on the teeth caused by poor brushing. If selfies are a way to prevent that, I am all for it! Say cheese!
I think it’s safe to say that all of us want to look as young as we feel. How can orthodontics help? I’m so glad you asked! The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) is the world’s oldest and largest dental specialty organization. The AAO sponsors research to enable its members to provide the highest quality of care to our patients. Orthodontists receive an additional two to three years of specialized education in orthodontics beyond dental school at an accredited orthodontic residency program. This makes orthodontists uniquely qualified specialists who diagnose, prevent, and treat dental and facial irregularities in patients of all ages to correctly align teeth and jaws.
Once upon a time, the majority of patients seeking orthodontic treatment were adolescents. Today, one in five patients is an adult! Adult orthodontic treatment is here to stay! Multiple treatment options exist including traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and clear acrylic tray aligners (ClearCorrect). How do you know which option is right for you? The first step is to visit a qualified orthodontist. He or she will perform a thorough exam, take diagnostic records, and review all your treatment options with you. Be clear about describing your goals in seeking orthodontic care, this will help your orthodontist create the best treatment plan for your individual needs. [Read more…] about Can Adults Get Braces? Absolutely!
Those of you who enjoy old westerns, might immediately think of Clint Eastwood, Lee Van Cleef, and Eli Wallach, but this is orthodontics we’re talking about here… so this is all about Life With Braces.
I think that the good is self evident, but can be sometimes forgotten when you are deep in the throes of orthodontic treatment. The good is the result. Whether the braces are something that you chose to do, or had chosen for you, the result is something good. We will be taking your smile from a place where it was esthetically and functionally compromised, to a place where everything is in balance. This is definitely The Good. [Read more…] about The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly
What can you expect at your first visit to our office?
First, you should feel welcomed and relaxed. Your patient information form was filled out in advance online, so there is literally nothing left for you to do but relax and enjoy the ride. Patty will be the first member of the team to greet you. She will be sure that all of your paperwork is in order, take a quick photo for our records, and let me know that you are ready to begin. [Read more…] about Your First Visit
