Smile Bright This Summer from Get It Straight Orthodontics

This summer, don't hide your smile, shine bright! We are excited to announce to all our patients that we will be holding a summer special on take home teeth whitening for only $150! You will receive three double tubes of whitening gel, with customized whitening trays. Feel free to ask anyone on the Get it Straight Orthodontics team for more information!

Get it Straight Orthodontics Giving To Kids In Need

At Get It Straight Orthodontics, we know how much a person can benefit from an straighter, healthier smile. The boost in self-confidence can work wonders, which is why Get it Straight Orthodontics has partnered with Good Looks For Kids (through McAvoy Foundation), a Chicago-based non-profit foundation "committed to image wellness for low- to middle-income adolescents who are battling cancer".

Every year, Dr. Neil donates one probono orthodontic case to the organization. In 2008, Dr. Neil was even featured in USA Today when he worked with a patient battling leukemia in 2008. Because of the patient's weakened bones, Dr. Warshawsky recommended the SureSmile system to shorten treatment and minimize tooth movement.

Smile--June is National Smile Month!

Now that we’re in June, our staff at Get it Straight Orthodontics thought we’d tell you June is National Smile Month, and a good time to remind all our patients to practice good oral hygiene between your visits to see our doctors.

Below are a few simple steps you can take to improve your oral health so that you may celebrate National Smile Month for many, many years to come:

* Brush at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
* Floss everyday to clean between your teeth.
* Reduce your intake of sugary foods and drinks during your orthodontic treatment with us.
* Visit your dentist regularly (usually every six months apart).

If you have questions about any of these tips, we encourage you to give us a call. We hope you enjoyed the long holiday weekend!

Get It Straight Orthodontics Helps Unravels the Myths of Braces

The American Association of Orthodontists sets the record straight on some of the biggest myths surrounding braces and orthodontic treatment. Currently more than four million children and one million adults in North America wear braces. Below are the answers to some of the most popular-and strange- questions orthodontists across the country have received from their patients recently:

If two people with braces kiss, can their braces become locked together?

With today's smaller, sleeker braces it is extremely difficult, almost impossible, to lock braces while kissing. Also braces are not magnetic, which means any "attraction" felt is on the part of the wearers, so pucker up!

Will my braces set off the metal detectors in the airport?

You are cleared for takeoff -- the lightweight materials used in braces will not affect metal detectors.

Can braces rust?

No. Today's braces are made of new stronger materials, like titanium alloy, and will not rust.

Will my braces interfere with radio signals or electronic devices?

No. Radio-loving gadget fanatics can rest easy.

Can I play a musical instrument?

Yes-- that is if you could play a musical instrument before you got braces.

Will braces increase my chance of being struck by lightning?

No. With or without braces the chances of a lightning strike remain the same which, in the US in any one year, according to National Geographic, is one in 700,000.

Now that I have braces, can I still play sports?

Yes, but be sure to wear a mouth guard. Mouth Guards are one of the least expensive pieces pf protective equipment available. Not only can mouth guards save teeth, they may also protect against jaw fractures. Mouth guards are advisable for anyone, whether they wear braces or not.

Will my braces attract unwarranted attention from fish?

Scuba aficionados take heart: there is no need to cancel your next dive. The small brackets used in today's braces, especially the ceramic or tooth-colored brackets, will not attract attention from unsavory fish or sea life.

Once braces are removed, my teeth will remain straight forever, right?

Wrong. Teeth move throughout one's lifetime, therefore it is important to hold on to retainers as prescribed by your orthodontist to maintain a healthy, beautiful smile.