The importance of retainers, from Dr. Whitlock
If you recently completed treatment at Whitlock Orthodontics, we’d like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been removed, Dr. Whitlock will provide—or has provided you—with retainers. After braces are removed, teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth in their […]
Smile for a Lifetime in the news! From Dr. Boyd Whitlock
You may remember our post from last week, when we discussed our involvement in Smile for a Lifetime, the outstanding program that is changing lives every day. Yesterday, we found a great article in DentistryIQ about Smile for a Lifetime, and thought we’d share this well-written piece with you. Dr. Boyd Whitlock and Whitlock Orthodontics […]
Fun facts! From Whitlock Orthodontics
Everyone loves fun facts. Fun, fun, fun. The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that Dr. Boyd Whitlock and our team at Whitlock Orthodontics thought you might enjoy. • There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four […]
Getting social with Whitlock Orthodontics
Isn’t social media great? The team at Whitlock Orthodontics embrace technology and love connecting with our patients online, whether it’s by sharing news on our blog or communicating ideas on our Facebook page. For social media to work, conversation is vital, and that’s why we invite you to join in and tell us what’s on […]
Talking sports and orthodontics with Dr. Whitlock
The spring months bring an increase in outdoor activities and a greater chance of damaging your precious mouth and pearly whites. If you play sports, it’s important that you consult Dr. Whitlock for special precautions. A protective mouth guard is advised for playing contact sports such as basketball, football and soccer. In case of any […]
Ask Dr. Whitlock: When should my child come in for a check-up?
Many parents assume they must wait until a child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Whitlock Orthodontics, only to find that treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven? […]
The Magic of SureSmile® at Whitlock Orthodontics
Dr. W and his team know the thought of having braces gets a lot of people down. At Whitlock Orthodontics we offer a variety of different orthodontic treatments designed to help give our patients the beautiful smiles they deserve. While there are so many effective treatments available, SureSmile is the top treatment in our office! […]
A few helpful webisodes about orthodontics, from Whitlock Orthodontics
Dr. Whitlock and his team at Whitlock Orthodontics would like to point you to a few interesting webisodes about orthodontics, located on the YouTube page of the American Association of Orthodontics, or AAO. There, they tend to post some very pertinent videos about orthodontic treatment, as well as state-of-the-art technology in orthodontia. These include “Orthodontic […]
Season’s Greetings from Whitlock Orthodontics
In this season given to tidings of comfort and joy, and as Dr. Whitlock and his team at Whitlock Orthodontics reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask you, our wonderful patients: What do you love about the holidays this year? Being with your loved ones? A clean slate for 2010? Opening presents […]
Kids Club at Whitlock Orthodontics!
Did you know Dr. Whitlock and his team have a “Super Cool Kids Club”? It’s designed especially for our younger patients that are not quite ready to get started with braces. Here’s how it works: The kids in the club receive an official kids club membership card. If you earn enough punches on the card, […]
