Would you let your dry-cleaner cut your hair?

An odd title is it not? It does however provoke some thought. I am sure you agree that you would not let your dry-cleaner cut your hair or would you ask your dermatologist to deliver your child. It may sound like an exaggeration but there is a point to make. It is essential that prospective patients do their due-dilligence when …

Experience Counts

If something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. Proper orthodontic treatment cannot be learned in a single course offered on a week-end. The public is bombarded with the modern version of the snake-oil salesperson on a daily basis. All manner of get-healthy-quick and straighten-your-teeth-in-weeks schemes abound. No matter what you are doing, whether it be renovating your …

Get Some Sleep!

As outlined in previous posts about sleep, this is another excellent article about the benefits of getting your required hours. Again, avoid caffeine late into the day as well as any phone/computer screens at least 1-2 hours before bed is critical. These are good habits especially for teens to start to learn early. Grinding/clenching of your teeth occurs when you …

The Importance of Sleeping Well

Issues surrounding poor sleep habits are very popular in the media. People are being diagnosed with sleep apnea (episodes at night where external breathing is suspended) at accelerated rates. A physician prescribed sleep-study is key. This issue is now found to be very common in younger patients. This can affect how orthodontics is performed. In many adult patients, orthodontic treatment …

Design Award

Thanks again to JoeArchtiect for their excellent work and for winning an award from the IIDA (International Interior Design Association). My goal was to create a space that was environmentally friendly. We have made efforts to reduce water/power usage and are close to becoming almost completely paperless! It was also important to create a space that facilitated our goal of …

Moving Towards A Greener Office

Every modern business should commit to making an effort to improve the environment. It’s becoming less of a choice, and more of a necessity as time marches on. Whether it’s finding new ways to cut down on energy consumption or making an effort to reduce waste, the era of eco-responsibility is upon us. It’s time to act. That’s why Freeman Orthodontics …

Early Warning: What Your Teeth Say About the Rest of Your Body

Earlier we wrote about the connection between oral health and overall health, and how keeping your teeth healthy can be beneficial to the rest of your body. But there is a flipside when it comes to the relationship between the mouth and body. Many different medical conditions can affect the health of your teeth and gums, essentially flashing a warning …

Dental Myths Debunked

When it comes to practicing good dental health there are a lot of myths out there. Here are some of the more erroneous rumors I’d like to set straight: Losing your baby teeth to tooth decay is no big deal: Sure, I understand the logic. People figure “They are going to fall out anyway, what’s the difference how it happens.” …