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Visit one of our 3 convenient locations:
  • 1220 Sherwood Park Drive, NE
    Gainesville, GA 30501
  • 770-536-0882
  • 7316 Spout Springs Rd, Ste. 101
    Flowery Branch, GA 30542
  • 770-967-8462
  • 42 North Avenue, Ste. 200
    Cleveland, GA 30528
  • 706-865-0081

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Flowery Branch Open Day!

May 4th, 2012

Our New Flowery Branch Office Open House!!

We'll be opening the doors to our new Flowery Branch Office on Saturday May 5th from 11AM - 3PM and you are invited!

Flowery Branch Open House

Come experience Cabo's Mexican Food, Authentic Mariachi Band, Live Music, Magician, Bouncies, Obstacle Course, Snow Cones, Pony Rides, Face Painting, Free Braces/Invisalign Raffle, 1D BOX SEATS Giveaway, Dance Performances by Heathers Wayne's Dance Studio, & MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!

Come join us as we celebrate the opening of our new Flowery Branch office!

Dr. Wilson & The Wilson Orthodontic Team!

PS. One Direction Fans!!!! Not only have we launched our new contest for 4 BOX SEAT tickets to the June 26th show in Duluth, but we're also giving away another four to someone at our Cinco de Mayo Open House in Flowery Branch this Saturday! Another good reason to smile and see you there!

Wilson Orthodontics 7316 Spout Springs Rd, Ste. 101, Flowery Branch, GA 30542
Tel: 770-967-8462

Flowery Branch Open House

National Facial Protection Month

April 4th, 2012

April is National Facial Protection Month

Dr. Wilson and the whole team at Wilson Orthodontics wants to remind parents, coaches and athletes to play it safe as they prepare to suit up for recreational and organized sports.

national facial protection monthA child’s mouth and face can be easily injured if the proper precautions are not used while playing sports.  In fact, according to the Center for Disease Control, more than half of the 7 million sports- and recreation-related injuries that occur each year are sustained by youth as young as 5 years old.

Last year, the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation forecasted that more than 3 million teeth would be knocked out in youth sporting events – yet, in a survey commissioned by the American Association of Orthodontists, 67% of parents admit that their child does not wear a mouth guard during organized sports. This raises a question: if mouth guards offer a simple and relatively inexpensive solution to help dramatically decrease the risk of oral and injuries, why aren’t more kids wearing them?

“As a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and a sports lover, I want to help make sure my patients and their teammates are properly protected from sports-related injuries to their teeth, mouth and faces. Simple and relatively inexpensive protective sports gear – such as mouth guards – can make a big difference in reducing or preventing oral injuries” says Dr. Wilson.

national facial protection month
Parents are encouraged to contact us about the right mouth guards for their young, active athletes, and to urge coaches to require that young athletes wear their mouth guards at every practice and every game.

Dr. Wilson is a specialist in orthodontics with offices in Gainesville, Flowery Branch and Cleveland GA.
Covering Atlanta, Gainesville, Hoschton, Dacula, Alpharetta, Decatur, Mobile, Roswell, Lawrenceville, Jefferson and Cumming.

Wilson Orthodontics 1220 Sherwood Park Drive, NE Gainesville, GA 30501
Tel: 678-971-2461

National Facial Protection Month

5 MORE ORTHODONTIC SCHOLARSHIPS TO BE AWARDED IN 3 WEEKS!

March 12th, 2012

Smile For A Lifetime Foundation 2012

2011 was a great success for our Smile For A Lifetime Foundation of Hall County! We awarded 10 orthodontic scholarships for patients that were in need for orthodontic treatment and would not be able to receive it otherwise.

Our 20 board of directors met twice last year to go through all of the applicants and then they voted for their favorite 10 based on need and completed applications.

See last years surprised and happy recipients here: Smile for a Lifetime - Gainesville GA

IT IS NOW TIME TO CHOOSE 5 MORE AND WE NEED MORE SMILE FOR A LIFETIME APPLICANTS!

Smile for a Lifetime Foundation - Hall County

If you know of someone you would like to nominate for the Smile for a Lifetime Scholarship... please fill out the application and the required material on our website before April 1st and then our board of directors will vote again.  If you have filled out an application in the past and you were not chosen... we encourage you to submit again!  The second round of applications will be noted for our board of directors.

With our Smile for a Lifetime Foundation - Hall County, it is our mission to create self-confidence, inspire hope, and change the lives of children in our community in a dramatic way. The gift of a smile can do all this for a deserving, under served individual who, in turn, can use this gift to better themselves and our community.

Visit our website today for full terms and conditions and to submit your nominee by April 1st..

Wilson Orthodontics 1220 Sherwood Park Drive, NE, Gainesville, GA 30501
TEL: 678-971-2461
Wilson Orthodontics 7316 Spout Springs Rd, Ste. 101, Flowery Branch, GA 30542
TEL: 678-866-3295
Wilson Orthodontics 42 North Avenue, Ste. 200 Cleveland, GA 30528
TEL: 706-200-1002

Smile For a Lifetime Foundation - Hall County

Our New Flowery Branch Office!

February 26th, 2012

(Hoschton/Braselton office re-located 1/2 mile down the road)

We are SO excited to be FINALLY opening in our new office in Flowery Branch on February 29th! This has been about 2 1/2 years of planning, developing, and building to bring our patients the next level in orthodontic care. We will have more space to accommodate our wonderful patients in South Hall.

Come out and see us on our first day and experience what everyone else is talking about! We will not only be bringing the latest technology with the Damon System and Invisalign...but we will also have the latest in diagnostic care with our new 3D cone beam x-ray machine which is like no other around. Also, can you say NO MORE IMPRESSIONS??? That's right, we will have the latest digital scanner that will capture the anatomy of your teeth even more accurately WITHOUT impression material. This will especially be great for our INVISALIGN patients who want to have the latest in technology and NO MORE SLIMY IMPRESSIONS!

We can't wait to see what you guys think of our new facility. Just like the Gainesville office...we will have our Wilson Orthodontics' Charity Spa. "Get Pampered, & Give Back" That is our mission...all services will be donated directly to local charities and schools. So what are you waiting for??? It's time to get that smile you have always dreamed of! We can't wait to see you in our office soon! Dr. Wilson, Dr. Lekht and the Wilson Orthodontic Team!

Orthodontists in Gainesville Georgia

December 27th, 2011

Orthodontists in Gainesville Georgia

A New Year is traditionally a time of reflection. We thought we would look back on the history of our hometown of Gainesville, our fair city in the United States. It is situated in the southern state of Georgia. The city is famous for its poultry production. The city is also an attraction for tourist because of its location among the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The history of the city can be traced back to 1880. It was a famous city among the travelers for its trade and transportation system. The city was given its name on a well-known hero of war Edmund P.Gaines. The city was originally called the 'Mule Camp Springs'. It was given the recent name in 1821.

The year 1821 has a special importance in the history of the city because in this same year the city was registered under the law of the Georgia state. After becoming the part of the legislature of the state of Georgia. The city has seen many developments. Along with its rich history, the city is also familiar because of its recreational parks, golf courses and different festivals.

The state of the city has invested a huge amount in attracting and maintaining the tourist attractions in the city. The state is trying to promote the tourist activity in the city because it promises to bring great profit for the city and its people. The famous festivals held in the city are historic downtown farmers market, mule camp market, blue-sky concerts and trick or treat on the road. Besides these few festivals mentioned there are many more arranged by the state every month. The local government has also maintained various departments in the city to help the natives of the city.

The departments are mostly regulated by the state people. The private sector's intervention in providing services is also there, but it's not as strong as the state departments. To look for the innovation and services in the city the state has established a department called the city manager. The goal of the city manager is to promote innovation through a strong team work. The city managers have employed many people in the city to promote the innovative thinking and helping the new industries in the sector. The city manager makes and implements policies, which are to support the small and medium industry of the city. The head of the city manager department is selected by the mayor and the city council.

As the state is promoting the tourist activity in the city they have established a department called Chattahoochee Golf Club. The Chattahoochee is the ancient Golf Club in the city. This club was initially managed by the locals of the city.  Now it has been controlled by the state. After the club was taken by the state it was renovated in 2006, to give it a complete new look and to make it more attractive for the locals and for the tourists. The state has made it possible for every native of the city to enjoy their leisure time in such lavish parks.

The state has also established an event department for the city. As the city organized many galas around the year. There was a tremendous need of a division which can look after and plan various events in the state. This domain is responsible to attract the business from all over the country and make them available on the different festivals. This department plans various festivals. The department is also accountable for providing the best accommodation services to the visitors in the city. The state of the city has many other departments to help and guide the natives of the city in various fields.

Economically, the City of Gainesville is quite strong because of its markets and tourist activities. The most famous market in the city is the downtown square. It is located at the centre of the city. The market is famous for both the locals and tourists because it offers a variety of products and restaurants. The local people of the market have developed an organization with the name of Main Street Gainesville. This organization helps the people who want to start their business in the downtown market. The organization is committed in improving the economy of the city along with a better use of the resources of the city. This organization runs with the help of the local businessman’s and the state.

Other than the local market the economy of the city is also largely supported by the manufacturing industry of the William Wrigley Company. The company has its plant in the region for many years. It operations are supporting the economy of the city by providing better and greater employment opportunities to the natives. The company is famous for keeping teeth clean by manufacturing the best chewing gums in the country.

As the city is quite famous for its annual festival, the most popular one is the Downtown Festival and Art Show. This is the festival arranged by the local people of the city. In this festival, the natives and the tourist of the city exhibit, their art shows. This is the festival for the art lover from all over the country. The art exhibitors from all over the country come to this city to attend this festival and show their talent. As the city is famous for its poultry production, there is a festival that is related to this industry. It is called the Spring Chicken Festival. In this festival, the local people cook different recipes of chicken and exhibit their favorite recipes. The city is the largest poultry producer in the country, which makes this festival even more interesting. Many of the various famous food chain companies attend this festival to learn new recipes and tastes.

Along with the promotion of all these events and festival in the city, the state is also working very hard to promote the education in the city. The city state has established various schools and universities in the region. More emphasis has been given to the technical education of the locals because it is the best way to improve the standard of living in the city. The state is also promoting the manufacturing industry as so far there is only one major industry in the market.

Wilson Orthodontics are the preferred provider of Invisalign and Invisalign Teen in Gainesville GA and Dr. Ron Wilson's is also a member of The Schulman Group. This is a nationally-recognized association of prominent orthodontic practices who compose the top 1% of all orthodontic practices throughout North America. There are only three other practices in the state of Georgia that have received this exclusive honor.

To schedule your Free complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  Tel: 678-971-2458

· Hoschton, GA 30548    Tel: 678-866-1404

· Cleveland, GA 30528   Tel: 706-865-0081

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Your Gainesville Orthodontic Specialist

December 15th, 2011

Your Gainesville Orthodontic Specialist

If you are suffering from crooked teeth, you probably should give some consideration to seeing an orthodontist specialist. Making an informed and appropriate choice to straighten your teeth could be one of the best decisions you ever make. Here is a guide, which will help you get an insight into the orthodontic profession and hence help you make informed choices in the future when it comes to your teeth!

Orthodontics – a dental specialty is the study of the alignment of teeth and jaws. “Ortho” refers to correct and “dont” means teeth. The specialty has been is the dental field for about a hundred years. Orthodontists also known as orthodontic specialists are dental specialists who are concerned with the alignment and straightening of teeth. Misaligned teeth can lead to pain and eating problems. Moreover, they often result in problems with brushing of teeth and flossing. If food gets trapped in overlapped teeth, it can result in premature tooth decomposition and cavities. Orthodontic specialists have expertise in dental-facial orthopedics as well. That is, they are specialists not only in the correct alignment of the teeth but jaws as well.

A person may have straight teeth but out of sync jaws. In this case, an underbite or an overbite problem–scientifically termed as malocclusions–can exist. The improper bites are usually hereditary in nature leading to tooth and gum injury. However, they can also be caused by the early loss of baby teeth, congested teeth, tooth decay and other physical injuries. Orthodontic specialists are also consulted for cosmetic reasons to make the appearance of the teeth and smile look better by adults who think that their success is judged by the quality of their smile.

What does it take to become an orthodontic specialist?

A person aspiring to become an orthodontist or even a general dentist must first attend college to earn an undergraduate degree. It is recommended to take up the courses of Biology, Chemistry, and Physics at the graduate level which takes four years to complete. After that, prospective students can seek admission in a dental school to get a doctor of dental medicine degree which further takes three to four years. Orthodontist specialists then venture into orthodontics residency which could take another two to three years before they can start their private practice. Thus, it can be said that all orthodontists are dentists but all dentists are not necessarily orthodontists.

A dentist can do for people what an orthodontist does but lacks certain specialties and cannot claim to be an orthodontist specialist. Orthodontic services are sought both by children and adults. While the adults are likely to approach an orthodontist to bring an improvement in the appearance of their teeth and smile, children may seek such treatments for physical reasons.  Orthodontic treatments generally begin between the ages of 7 and 14 and span from 18 to 24 months. However, in case of some teeth problems, the treatment is started at an earlier age. The length of treatment depends upon but is not limited to the severity of the malocclusion, the procedure used for treatment, and cooperation of the patient.

What procedures do orthodontist specialists employ?

The mode of treatment primarily depends upon the teeth condition but generally they may use one or more of the following – tooth removal, fillings or repair, braces, rubber bands and headgears. Although the use of some orthodontic appliances was embarrassing earlier but with the advent of modern technology, such appliances are made striking so that they lead to augmented self-esteem rather than making things worse. Braces, for example, give an unsightly look to the user. It constitutes of a wire, small elastic ties, and silver brackets. Silver brackets are affixed on the front of each tooth while the elastic ties are used to hold the wire in place. With advances in technology, braces appear to be attractive nowadays. Silver brackets are now made available in metal, tooth colored ceramic, or even gold, whereas, elastic ties are obtainable in plenty of colors. Apart from braces, other orthodontic devices are also in vogue these days. Invisalign–a series of plastic trays is also being used for correct teeth alignment. Every aligner is worn for a period of two weeks needing a replacement after that.

The time duration of such a treatment depends on how much the patient’s teeth needs to be moved. Generally speaking, Invisalign needs to be worn 16-22 hours a day but for optimal benefits, it should be used almost 22 hours a day. Orthodontic headgear is used to correct for anteroposterior discrepancies. Earlier, headgears tended to reduce self-esteem by giving users unorthodox look but now they have become trendier. Orthodontist specialists also recommend the use of pendex appliance or distal jet. They are meant to treat bite problems by pushing the upper teeth back. Another appliance commonly used is the space maintainer which is meant to prevent unwanted shifting of teeth which usually results from early loss of primary teeth.

Orthodontists use devices to improve the growth of jaws besides teeth alignment and correcting for bite problems. They include forsus, herbst and mara. Often used with children and adolescents, these devices operate by applying forward pressure to the lower jaw of the client. Adults may have more of cosmetic reasons to seek treatments from an orthodontist and the orthodontist specialist can work in collaboration with the general dentist to ascertain the best possible treatment. For example, if the client has missing teeth, the orthodontist can either close the space or in some cases go for correct alignment of teeth around the space and let the patient’s general dentist fill the gap. These health professionals also use therapeutic and reconstructive techniques to give a boost to the oral health of their patients.

To ensure the new position of the teeth, retention methods are employed after the completion of the main orthodontic treatment. The retention appliances can take the shape of removable plates or braces. In the nutshell, timely visit to an orthodontist specialist can be life-changing for the individual with various kinds of teeth problems it does help in raising the self-esteem of the individual. A cost-benefit analysis tells us that benefits of orthodontic treatment outweigh the overall expenditure over time.

To schedule your complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  Tel: 678-971-2458

· Hoschton, GA 30548   Tel: 678-866-1404

· Cleveland, GA 30528   Tel: 706-865-0081

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Save 25% - 30% On Orthodontic Treatment

December 8th, 2011

Last Chance For You To Save 25% - 30% On Orthodontic Treatment with Wilson Orthodontics

WARNING: Government set to close the doors and you will loose the chance to have the government save you 25-30%

In times of a recession everyone needs to save where they can and Wilson Orthodontics are shouting about the help that you can get now from the government by saving 25-30% on your taxes by organizing your witholding, but you need to act Now.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a child's first orthodontic examination to be at age 7. Whether it's called a cafeteria plan, an HSA, an FSA or a reimbursement plan, in order to claim against orthodontic costs, interested parties must schedule an appointment with their orthodontic specialist in the first instance to take advantage.

"Everyone’s orthodontic needs are unique and it nearly always requires an office exam or growth and guidance visit if treatment is not currently in progress. Why lose hard earned money to the government in taxes when you can save that 25% - 30% and put it in an investment that lasts a lifetime?" Says Dr. Ron Wilson.

Wilson’s Orthodontics have offices in Gainesville, Flowery Branch and Cleveland GA. and are currently offering complimentary Orthodontic Consultations to see if you are ready for treatment in 2012.

Wilson Orthodontics are the only preferred provider of Damon Braces System, Invisalign and Invisalign Teen in the Gainesville GA Area.

Contact Wilson’s Orthodontics before the 20th December 2011 and take advantage of the Flexible Spending Account before the government offer closes. Act now - save big and smile for a lifetime.

Don't delay, click here today!

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Wilson Orthodontics - Gainesville (678) 971-2458

Wilson Orthodontics - Hoschton (678) 866-1404

Wilson Orthodontics - Cleveland (706) 865-0081

Wilson Orthodontics - Flowery Branch (678) 866-1404

Orthodontics for Children in Gainesville GA

December 6th, 2011

Orthodontics for Children in Gainesville GA

Orthodontics is the sub branch of dentistry specifically concerned with the dental treatment for the patients who are countering the problem of malocclusions. The first person who came forward and brought this field into consideration of the society was Edward Angle.

People suffer from such tooth disorders because of wrong arrangement of teeth and usually due to overcrowding of teeth when they grow up. The bad habit of thumb sucking results in misaligned teeth which disrupt their facial appearance. These days it’s very common that people particularly children are having this problem. This can be due to lack of vitamin D which inhibits the proper development and growth of their teeth which results in irregular arrangement and sometimes disrupted facial growth, which becomes a major issue for parents to deal with.  It’s good if the proper treatment is provided at the very start instead of removing permanent teeth later on.

The best age to go to a doctor for a child is 7 years as recommended by the American Association of Orthodontists. Check-ups beforehand can help the orthodontist in directing the position of the jaw and directing it in the correct way by the use of different equipment and procedures. Orthodontic treatments provide a wide space for the upcoming permanent teeth and reduce the chances of abnormal speech.  This also helps orthodontists to make a schedule of treatments for a child to undergo so that they can be mentally prepared as well as make it easier for the parents/guardian to deal with payment issues.

The basic type of treatment involves the usage of metal wires which are inserted into brackets which are used to move teeth and jaws. These days metal is being replaced by plastic as it gives a better look but keeping in view the importance; steel rules. After the completion of the procedure the child has to wear braces for a time period prescribed by the orthodontist. Braces are comprised of wires, bands and other related appliances; braces are mainly of three types. Once they are removed there is a maximum possibility of teeth resisting the force applied on them by getting back to their original position because in children the tendency of bones and tissues to come back to their original position is greater.

This can be stopped by using retainers which are worn for a period 6 months up to a year depending on the case severity. At times a patient has to wear them only for few hours at day time or night and sometimes years after the treatment. Retainers basically retain the teeth in fixed position till the bones get adapted to new environment. There is a possibility that teeth may remain erect without retainers but the chances of disruption increases as the child ages and teeth start getting together again, removing the spaces in between. If the problem is not treated in time then it results in greater difficult for the orthodontist to treat it and very expensive for the parents to afford it. In complicated cases headgears are used sometimes which is tied around the child’s head and face.

Different steps are taken by dentists to attract children to come to clinics as it’s the biggest fear of every child. Whenever you tell them that it’s the time to see a doctor the only thing they think of is a nurse holding a syringe and the other moment they are crying. So to avoid such consequences and to make the treatment easier cooperation of the patient is required. Therefore dental rooms are being made colorful so that a child feels happy and comfortable. They are being offered different juices. ­Play areas enlightens their mood and the orthodontists mood too as he faces less resistant by the patient. The general procedure follows a routine check–up or consultation, the orthodontist asks different questions about teeth to clear his queries, undergo a detailed analysis, take x-rays and then go for designing a full schedule of treatments a patient has to undergo. Diet of a child should be carefully monitored as in the start he can just take liquids or soft food.

There is a greater ease in treating a child compared to adult as there is a greater tendency of success in the treatment. There are various indications for parents to start an orthodontic treatment of their child. Some of them are the early broken teeth, late fall of teeth, appearance of extra teeth, upper and lower jaw don’t align properly etc.

Such problems are inherited at times and can create problems for the child i.e. teeth are more likely to decay at a very early age. Congenital abnormalities can be the major cause of irregularity of teeth arrangement among young patients. It can be genetically inherited or involves genetic factors. A genetic abnormality covers three major types of deformity in which orthodontist is concerned with the upper and lower molar teeth alignment. One is due to over growth of upper jaw and the other one is due to the abnormal growth of lower jaw which gives a strong chin appearance.

Abnormalities are not just because of inherited factors instead it also takes into account the factors surrounding us and some particular actions performed by a child for example tail swallowing, which is a very common habit observed among young children. Other includes cross bites, mouth breathing etc.

One should be careful about getting orthodontic treatment for a child as it doesn’t only affect the face appearance or smile but also their health. Mother knows best how their child is growing so the orthodontist must be consulted when the growing period is at the peak because the treatments are effective at this stage of life. Orthodontists prefer the age of puberty which is the best time to implement if the evaluation done earlier.

To schedule your complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  T: · 678-971-2458

· Hoschton, GA 30548    T: 678-866-1404

· Cleveland, GA 30528    T: 706-865-008

Or Click Here NOW!

Orthodontics for Adults in Gainesville GA

November 22nd, 2011

Orthodontics for Adults in Gainesville GA

Disrupted facial growth? Irregular tooth appearance? Do you feel embarrassed when you smile? Are you conscious about your looks just because your teeth are not perfectly aligned like your friends? You want your teeth to look attractive and have a charming smile? You don’t have to worry now because a solution to your problems lies in Orthodontics and with an professional Orthodontist.

Orthodontics is the sub-branch of dentistry which has being studied as a special discipline for the first time by Edward Hartley Angle, born in June 1, 1855. He solved the problem of millions of people worldwide. The field has gained immense importance in the past few years in dentistry and now being taught at post graduate level in almost all countries.

What is the basic tool of Orthodontics which has so much potential that can change the entire jaw appearance? Yes, it’s braces which is the basic tool used for treating people having problems as mentioned above. It’s used to stop irregular movement of the jaw and teeth and used to fix the teeth arrangement and disrupted facial outgrowth. Braces are made up of stainless steel. In it wires interact to fix jaws by the insertion of wires into brackets. It comprises of bands, wires and some additional appliances depending upon the case situation. Braces are typically of three types: an Orthodontist uses the one which bests suits the situation. Now plastic is preferred over steel, though steel is better in most cases than plastic, but people find it more comfortable to wear plastic in their jaws rather then steel and according to them it looks better too.

The Orthodontists have to take every possible precaution while treating adults because in adults their bones and tissues don’t tend to come back to their original position as in the case of children. Further, the jaws are properly grown so, the treatment is impossible at times because in children it’s easy to direct the alignment of jaws but once the teeth are developed it’s difficult. Molars and incisors are already permanent and the bigger loss in treatment at this stage of life is that the Orthodontist has to remove permanent teeth to create space for the implantation of the brackets.

Once the treatment is being done then the patient has to wear them for certain period of time i.e. as long as the Orthodontist suggests. The other tool of the Orthodontist is retainers, which is the next step after braces to hold teeth back or keep them in aligned state in the future. The time period for which a person has to wear retainers depend entirely on the case. It can be worn for 6 months up to a year or more than a year, and it also can be worn part time like at night or few hours in a day. Teeth can stay erect without retainers as well but their a maximum possibility of  them returning to previous condition  so at times an Orthodontist will prescribe the retainers for many years after the treatment, reducing the chances of re-occurrence of  problem.

Orthodontists has made several financial policies so that everyone can afford the cost of treatment as it’s very expensive and can’t be afforded by a person earning with low income. They divide the payment into installments which is easier for everyone to deal with. The reason behind some adults ending up wearing braces is the improper or no treatment at an early age, irregular bites specially while sleeping. This is a very common problem seen among those adults who undergo tension, stress, and many other common problems. They bite their tongue while sleeping. At times, the case is very severe, brackets are not the only solution so the Orthodontist goes for overall surgery. They go for designing the whole structure of face mainly emphasising on teeth.

There is a whole treatment plan set up by the Orthodontists. First, they analysis the condition, takes an x-ray, ask a few questions to clear his queries. Then he goes about making a plan and schedules the treatment and shows it to the patient so that he can prepare themselves mentally as well as financially.

Abnormalities are divided into different classes. This difference is based on the arrangement of upper and lower jaws mainly the molars. Second class of abnormality in which the upper jaw is a bit outgrown, in women its considered as mark of beauty or you can say it becomes a tool of attraction but these do affect the overall structure and need to be treated. In the third class the lower jaws are out of proper alignment and outgrown which gives a stiff chin appearance and particularly considered as sign of beauty in males. Another category of abnormality includes congenital disabilities which includes inherited factors affecting the appearance of jaws.

Developmental abnormalities are also one of the major issues for orthodontics which is caused by the surrounding factors like tail swallowing, mouth breathing and crowded teeth. Because of all these abnormalities orthodontists has to consider upper and lower jaw both during treatment as they are interrelated. Environmental factors are the one which can be controlled. Children must not be allowed to suck their thumbs, mouth breathing should be avoided, care must be taken while swallowing. All this is possible through creating awareness. People aware of the thing that they must do and things they must not like keeping their sleeping posture correct to avoid mouth breathing. Awareness can be created through Internet, television, seminars etc.

Irregular teeth arrangement can also be attributed to improper diet at an early age. We commonly see people in non-developed countries with their teeth that are irregularly aligned and this is because of the lack of proper nutrition, and poor healthcare, and other major diseases. So this can be one of the factors too but as in civilized and developed countries food is not a problem but bad eating habits create all problems. Bad eating habits among adults are commonly seen like the intake of excessive junk food.

Orthodontics is becoming more important day by day and making progress around the globe. It should be encouraged in a country where it’s not developed yet and awareness should be created among people about the problems suffered due to ill-treatment or no treatment. Search programs should be launched to bring new treatments into discussions and to make the already existing one better. There are several organization working around the globe to make progress in this field and to help people around the world. Many organizations and foundation have been established in United States Of America which are striving day and night for the greater cause and to bring good to mankind.

To schedule your complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  Tel: 678-971-2458

· Hoschton, GA 30548  Tel: 678-866-1404

· Cleveland, GA 30528 Tel: 706-865-008

Or Click Here NOW!

Orthodontic Treatment in Gainesville GA

November 15th, 2011

Orthodontic Treatment in Gainesville GA

Personality has a very big impact on people. Take personality, there are many things to include, for example wearing nice clothes, talking politely, sharing smiles, having good humor and being intelligent. Personality can make a person successful in every aspect of life. Having a brighter and beautiful smile plays a very important role in a person’s life. However, what if one doesn’t have that kind of smile? Beautiful teeth are the signature of a perfect smile. Many people all over the world have a problem of uneven teeth. Which makes their smile not so attractive, and they feel shy or stay low key at parties and other social occasions.

The solution to the problem is available in the world which is far advanced and can be availed by anyone. The treatment is called Orthodontic Treatment. This treatment has a long history, as the problem existed for many centuries. However, in 18th century, this problem was discussed and scholars said that the problem was curable. In the 19th century, braces were invented and introduced in to the market. After a period of time, the technology got more advanced the braces became more effective and economical.

Orthodontic Treatment is used for straightening teeth, alignment of teeth and alignment of the jaw. These problems can be seen in any age group. Newborn babies can have these problems as well as adults. This treatment can help all the age groups who have this problem. The alignment of teeth make dental problems a lot less. Alignments of the jaws will help teeth to be cleaned all the time and make a smile more attractive. Many people ask this question; How we will they be able to know what orthodontic treatment they will need? So here are some symptoms that will help to understand who needs Orthodontic Treatment.

If one has the front teeth that lie forward over lower teeth. If one has the lower teeth lie forward over the front teeth. If one has the abnormal biting like, upper teeth don’t come down to the lower teeth. If one has big gaps between teeth and use filings all the time. One has teeth over other teeth. These are some of the symptoms of orthodontic disease, and if he/she feels that they have them then they should consult a good orthodontist. There are different types of treatments available which orthodontists will diagnose, and which Orthodontic Treatment should be opted for.

There are three types of Orthodontic Treatment. One is preventive treatment, second is interceptive treatment and third is comprehensive treatment. There are some fixed instruments used to treat the problem, and some are removable instruments. In fixed instruments most commonly used instrument is braces.

There are five types of braces available, ceramic braces, metal braces, sapphire braces, Invisalign Braces and Lingual braces. These braces have a different quality and different material used in braces. Metal braces are the most commonly used braces in the market, as they are cheaper and can be afforded by anyone.

Normally orthodontic treatment takes 19 to 36 months as a whole depending on the problem. Time plays an important role in the treatment. As they say, “the sooner the better” for the treatment of dental problem as it is always a long process. We need our mouths to work all the time, whether we are talking or eating food. Every moment a person needs his or her mouth to work in perfect order. When people are about to go through the orthodontic treatment, they usually ask about the time period and get reluctant to the time period an orthodontist is suggesting. Once the treatment is started one should know that this is a time taking process but the results are excellent, and you will eventually walk away from the problem for a life time. In childhood, if the problem is being detected by the parents, and they consult with a good orthodontist, the problem will be cured in less time, as the bones are not fully shaped of a child.  An orthodontist can help a child and The American Association of Orthodontists recommend age 7 for their first orthodontic appointment. This early age can be easy to handle, as children are more interested in playing rather than seeing their self in a mirror.

The bones are softer and can be easily mold. In adulthood orthodontic treatment takes a little longer time then childhood, as the bones are strong and teeth are already placed. Now orthodontist have to remold the teeth and the jaw, which is a time taking job and especially teen-age children are not happy having braces on. However, now days there is a new terminology introduced in the market called Accelerated Orthodontic Treatment, in which orthodontists says that they will fast track the treatment, and it will give a result in less than a year. Everybody who is unaware of the side effects will go for the accelerated treatment, but every treatment has its effects on the body. Changing the size and the space of the teeth needs time and when you don’t give the required time to the treatment, many problems can occur in the healing process. This fast track treatment is still arguable and needs more research on it.

In cosmetic dentistry, all the problems related to teeth are being addressed. Orthodontists can transform the outlook of a person. Whitening or bleaching the teeth, bonding, dental bridging, veneers and gum lifts are being done by the orthodontists. Problem of bad smell, snoring and other mouth problems are determined by addressing dental problems. Many patients don’t even know the problem they are having. They are being treated in by the wrong doctors, and they use different products available in the markets which are not useful for their dental problems. Many people do not go to the orthodontists because they think they are more costly than a normal doctor. They pay for different products time to time again and do not get the required results, so it is better to pay once to get rid of the problem then paying for the low-quality products and spending money on them repeatedly. By applying different products without understanding their results people increase the ratio of the problem they are having. Orthodontic treatment is a one-time investment and should be done as soon as possible.

To schedule your complimentary examination with your hometown orthodontist, call Wilson Orthodontics today!

Gainesville, GA 30501  Tel: 678-971-2458

Hoschton, GA 30548   Tel: 678-866-1404

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Wilson Orthodontics - The Invisalign Teen Preferred Provider for Gainesville GA

November 6th, 2011

Invisalign Teen – Gainesville GA

Everybody wants to look good. Having a great and beautiful smile is a blessing these days. If not, then there are a lot of procedures that are available for straightening the teeth. The most common of them are braces. However, braces are very prominent. During the teens children are going through a lot of image issues, add braces on top of that and life can be pretty cruel to teenagers. For all these worried parents and teenagers, Invisalign is the answer to their prayers.

Invisalign Teen is custom- made for everyone. The shape of the aligner is determined by taking the individual and unique molds of each teenager. The aligners are transparent and plastic in nature. The purpose of  Invisalign Teen is to adjust the shape of the teeth and shift the teeth to their perfect position. The frame or the tray is to be worn at all times except during meal times. They are also removed during drinking, brushing and flossing. The adjustment of the teeth using this aligner is variable for each teenager. However, it can be said that the treatment time is approximately equal to the time taken by the metal braces. Generally, the time taken is said to be between 12-18 months.  The liners for  teenagers have a blue dot, which is called compliance indicator. This can be used to see how regularly the young patient wears their Invisalign Teen aligners.  When the blue dot lightens it means this is the time to get new aligners. The aligners are usually changed after two weeks.

Invisalign Teen corrects the position of the teeth. This solves problems like unhealthy gums, swollen gums and redness can be caused by teeth that are congested. If the teeth are aligned properly these problems can be avoided. Incorrectly positioned teeth and jaws can lead to speech difficulty and chewing issues for teenagers. These problems can be solved using the new and innovative technique. When teeth are not aligned properly or correctly around the jaws, it can cause extra pressure on the supporting bones and jaw joints. This can be very painful and uncomfortable for teenagers to bear. The system is designed so that all these problems are catered for.

Invisalign is preferred over metal braces because by using this system oral hygiene can be maintained easily and better. Metal braces can also cause sore spots by the brushing of the cheek flesh and the metal wires.  Six free individual replacement liners are available with the package. There are numerous options present for correcting the position of the teeth using this technology. The dentist will determine what procedure to implement. For those young patients, whose adult teeth have not grown Invisalign Teen will be used and when the adult teeth grow later teeth can be adjusted with the help of the special features of Invisalign. Since the aligners are transparent and clear in color, they do not look bad or ugly in the face like metal braces. There is a problem eating a lot of things while using the metal braces, for example, corn on the cob, pizza, burgers and popcorn for the fear of breaking a bracket. However, there is no such problem with this system since the aligners were removed at the time of eating. Therefore, teenagers can eat anything they want without the fear of breaking a bracket.

There is also the trouble of keeping the braces safe. No hard game can be played with the metal braces on. For example, while playing volleyball, there is always a fear of the ball hitting your face. If it does hit the face, it will be a lot messier with the metal braces on. Other than breaking all the brackets the braces can also hurt your mouth more when the ball hits. There are a lot of teenagers that avoid playing such rough games, unless they wear a mouth guard. There is no such problem with the Invisalign Teen. Any game can be played. So these aligners are also for the teenagers who want to play active sports and rough games. There is also the embarrassing hassle of checking that there is no food sticking in your braces after every meal as with the metal braces. Usually, there is no effect on the speech of the person wearing these liners. However, it does take some time to adjust to something new in your mouth. The results of Invisalign Teen can be observed very soon after the start of the procedure. The results of this procedure will be more pronounced if the liners are worn regularly. The teenage patient will have to meet the dentist around once every six weeks to determine the success and the pace of the treatment.

The method of maintaining  Invisalign Teen is very simple. The aligners wash in lukewarm water and using Invisalign cleaning crystals or special cleaning tablets. Other than that it is suggested that the teeth are bushed often especially after every meal and before reinserting the aligners into the mouth. This will ensure proper oral hygiene. The treatment with Invisalign Teen is not very painful. Click here for Invisalign Testimonials.

Young patient may experience a little pain at the beginning of the new set of aligners. This is natural since the teeth will be experiencing a little pressure to adjust to the desired position. The price of the treatment is variable depending on the extent of the position of the teeth.  For simple and minor adjustment of the teeth, the procedure is of about $2,800. The average cost is between $3,900-$6,200. The young patients wear about 18 to 30 aligners during the course of the treatment. Invisalign Teen is a very effective and useful procedure for teenagers and is also helpful for those parents who are worried about their children’s misaligned teeth. Invisalign Teen ensure that teenagers can have a bright and beautiful smile. This treatment will help the teenagers lead a confident and outgoing life. This procedure is a guarantee of success for your teenagers.

Wilson Orthodontics – Your Hometown Orthodontist are the preferred provider of Invisalign and Invisalign Teen in Gainesville, Hoschton/Flowery Branch and Cleveland GA.

To schedule your FREE complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  · Tel: 678-971-2458

· Hoschton, GA 30548    · Tel: 678-866-1404

· Cleveland, GA 30528    · Tel:  706-865-0081

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Damon System Braces Now Available in Gainesville GA.

October 31st, 2011

Damon System Braces Now Available in Gainesville GA.

Everybody wants to have a clear and beautiful smile. A good smile can improve your confidence. A beautiful smile is a very important tool to improve your social relations as well as business relations. Greater confidence means success. There is no need to stay stuck with protruding teeth for your whole life. Thanks to the advancements in the orthodontic field misaligned teeth can now be straightened into their perfect position. This can be achieved through a lot of procedures, including metal braces and clear braces etc.

Metal braces are very complicated to wear with all the metal ties and elastics. This procedure will give faster results. The results can be achieved with lesser appointments with the dentist. They are also comfortable to wear. The biggest advantage of the Damon System Braces is that there is no need to wear elastic or metal ties. They are the preferred method used to give a far better and a quicker result. These wires are light high-technology shape memory wires. This phenomenon helps in aligning the teeth and beautifies the facial proportions. All this can be achieved without rapid palatal expanders.

The metal braces can be of two types. First is the type that can connect the arch wire by using their own system, other types will require ligatures to do this. The normal metal braces have ties with metal elastics or ties. These elastics can cause a force called friction and pressure. This will slower the treatment and will make the treatment very uncomfortable. This elastic tie also collects plague.  The Damon System achieve the same effect without metal elastics. The wires are held in place using a slide mechanism. This has the advantage of moving the teeth more freely. This will also make the movement more comfortable and quicker.

Damon braces are not very prominent on the mouth hence do not look ugly to use. Damon braces do not need the colorful ligatures which are required on the other normal braces. And since there are no ligatures, there is no risk of food getting stuck in your braces. They are comfortable and maintaining the hygiene of these braces is very easy.

One of the hassles that comes with the metal braces is that these braces need to be tightened. When these braces are tightened the patients feel extra pressure on the teeth. There is no such discomfort with the Damon System because the dentists can correct the position of the teeth with lighter force because of the great phenomenon of the slide mechanism. This will make the whole procedure of correcting the positions of the teeth more comfortable, less painful and shorter.

The time taken to correct the position of the teeth varies from patient to patient. However, it can be easily said that the average duration can be in years. The treatment time with the Damon braces is six months shorter than the metal braces. The patients will be able to get rid of the braces faster. The patients will enjoy visible results in ten weeks.

The patients will experience some pain in the initial days after getting their braces. Nevertheless, the pain will vanish after few days. It is a common practice to extract teeth to create space for congested teeth sometimes as many as four. This is a very painful procedure. It will take quite a while to fill the gap. And until that happens patients have the gap in their teeth and a very embarrassing smile. No extraction is required in the Damon system braces because it will make use of the human body’s natural flexible method of creating space. This will be the major advantage of these braces. In the cases where extraction is required for Damon Braces it will be done to improve the facial balance and harmony. The patient will have a natural and beautiful smile. The Damon System offer a ‘brace lift’ which means that a greater facial balance can be achieved after wearing the braces for some time. This will help the patient get a younger looking  face.

Sometimes the metallic braces require bulky head gears and palatal expanders to create room and develop arches for the congested teeth. Damon System Braces do not require the use of the mechanical forces but relies in natural forces to develop arches and space. These will be achieved without the use of any head-gear and palatal expanders.

Damon System Braces achieve a beautiful, radiant and natural smile using muscles of the face, tongue, bones, and tissue and biological compatible forces. The Damon brackets are also different than the conventional metal brackets. They are tinier in nature. This is another reason why these braces are comfortable to wear. They are more powerful than the normal brackets. This way, the brackets are less prominent. This is another factor that makes the treatment more comfortable and makes the treatment faster.

The procedure of Damon System Braces is slightly more expensive than the normal braces, but it offers the same result in less time. Damon System Braces is also more comfortable and offers better oral cleanliness.

Damon System Braces can achieve the best and desirable results in the most complicated, complex and congested teeth environment. These braces can achieve the expansion and widen smile as much as 11 mm both for adults and children. This procedure can be implemented on adults as well to achieve equally beautiful results.

This phenomenon will help achieve better looking teeth for the youngsters and adults alike. Great looking teeth mean that the person will be more confident and outgoing. These are the secrets to a successful life. Damon System Braces help in succeeding with these results. Damon System Braces is the answer to all those people who want to be successful in their life and want to look good while doing so. These braces are a new technology and there are a lot of improvements expected in this.  This system helps in achieving inward as well as outward change, which can change the whole personality.

To schedule your FREE complimentary examination with Wilson Orthodontics call:

· Gainesville, GA 30501  - T: 678-971-2458

· Hoschton, GA 30548  - T: 678-866-1404

· Cleveland, GA 30528 - T: 706-865-0081

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