It’s easy to do so many things these days with the click of a button. Order shoes? Get a ride across town? Watch your favorite blockbuster movie? It seems like every day there’s a newer and easier way to do almost everything. We’ve been programmed to accept that anything can be ordered online and delivered right to your
Does your teen avoid photos at family events or even selfies because they’re self-conscious about their smile? It’s all too common, and unfortunate as an adolescent’s smile can actually have a profound effect on their self-esteem and can even impact their social skills. Playing it out further, lack of self-esteem can thwart college interviews, hinder job opportunities and
Does your child seem drowsy during the day? Does he or she snore or wake up breathless in the middle of the night? Your little one may have Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a chronic condition wherein breathing stops periodically during sleep because soft tissue is relaxing and obstructing the airway. These periodic stops can happen as many
Many adults live with a crooked smile because their parents couldn’t afford orthodontic treatment years ago or they had braces but didn’t wear their retainer. Feeling a bit guilty? Don’t worry, we don’t judge, we just want to help! Adults who are unhappy with their smile can be self-conscious, leading to discomfort with social situations or impacting confidence
At Drobocky Orthodontics we value education and want to make sure our patients and their families are informed about their treatment options. As the only provider of the Damon System in our area I am often explaining what they are and the benefits of using them for orthodontic treatment. That’s why I’ve put together some of the reasons
It is no secret that dogs chew on anything and everything…. including retainers. They are fair game for “Man’s Best Friend” both in and out of the case if left out on the open. If you have a dog, never leave your retainer or Invisalign aligners on tables, bathroom counters, night stands, or any where they can jump
After #orthodontic treatment is completed at Drobocky Orthodontics, retainers are the finishing touch to maintain your beautiful new smile while the teeth stabilize and over a lifetime of good oral health. An #orthodontic retainer is a custom-fit device that is removable or bonded depending upon the patient’s individual needs. It is your insurance policy your teeth stay put
Living with aching or clicking jaws can be hard to swallow! #Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, also commonly known as #TMJ or TMD, is a joint disorder that affects the opening and closing of the jaw, and can have many side effects that relate to the teeth, head and neck. Like other joints, the relationship between the bone and disk
Drobocky Orthodontics wants you to know that braces aren’t just for kids. Even celebrities enjoy the benefits that #orthodontic treatment can offer and embrace traditional braces rather than invisible braces to correct their problems. Not every patient is a candidate for #Invisalign or braces behind the teeth. Below are a few recognizable names who have chosen show off