While there are many foods you can eat while in braces, there are certain types that our team at West Chester Orthodontics would like you to avoid during the course of your treatment. Some of these foods can bend the wires or even break the brackets on your braces. Avoid
Trust us when we say Dr. Cassinelli, Dr. Shanker and our staff know there are quite a few myths about orthodontics (and orthodontists) floating around these days. But before you buy into those myths, we think you should get the facts! Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists set
It is sometimes hard to believe the transformation your smile undergoes during orthodontic treatment. We love to see our patients’ smiles light up when they see their new smile in the mirror for the first time. For those of you who haven’t yet started or finished your orthodontic treatment, have
Each February for the past 61 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of
Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker, along with our entire team, welcome you to West Chester Orthodontics, with convenient offices in West Chester and Cincinnati, OH. Now is the perfect time to call our office and schedule your complimentary new patient exam. We are proud to offer many options for your orthodontic
One in four parents says their child has had an injury during an organized sport resulting in a trip to the emergency room, according to the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO. That why our team thought February—also known as National Children’s Dental Health Month—would be great time to remind
Are you brushing and flossing properly during your orthodontic treatment? If yes, that’s great! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every 3-to-6 months in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing (and visiting our office, of course). Regular dental checkups are important
Earlier this year, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) sponsored a video contest entitled “How Orthodontics Changed My Life”. They recently chose two winners, each to receive a $2,500 educational scholarship to be used towards a college, university, vocational or technical school. Entrants were asked to tell their orthodontic story,
Did you know one in every five orthodontic patients is an adult? We’re living longer and technology is improving, making orthodontic treatment an appealing and safe option for patients of all ages. As the trend toward treatment later in life grows, we’re seeing braces on parents as well as children
