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The Aging Smile

 

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As we move through the years, our bodies evolve and change.  Hair color and thickness, skin elasticity and bone density, even hormone levels in our bodies change.  Teeth are no different. They are subject to the same wear and tear the rest of our body experiences, arguably more!

Teeth that are graying, chipped or crooked instantly add years to your smile. See what new, modern orthodontic and dental techniques are available to make your smile all it can be. Let us use our magic to turn back the clock on your smile. Call us today for a FREE consultation.

Sending you smiles!

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Attractive Smiles Are More Successful

 

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As parents, we want to give our children every possible benefit to succeed in life. If there was one thing that was proven to boost confidence, increase success and improve future relationships, wouldn’t you find a way to give it them? Of course you would! Giving your child the opportunity to straighten their teeth and improve their bite is truly the gift of a lifetime and has never been easier or more affordable. Let us show you how we can make a bright smile and a bright future possible for your family.

Set your child up for success! Call us today for a FREE consultation.

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Give Your Child the Gift of a Lifetime

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As parents, we want to give our children every possible benefit to succeed in life. If there was one thing that was proven to boost confidence, increase success and improve future relationships, wouldn’t you find a way to give it them? Of course you would! Giving your child the opportunity to straighten their teeth and improve their bite is truly the gift of a lifetime and has never been easier or more affordable. Let us show you how we can make a bright smile and a bright future possible for your family.

Set your child up for success! Call us today for a FREE consultation.

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Smiling Makes You Look Younger

Could smiling really be the elusive fountain of youth? It appears so. According to a recent study, the simple act of smiling makes people appear on average 2 years younger. A group of 154 adults guessed the age of men and women depicted in photographs making different facial expressions. Those with happy expressions had their age vastly underestimated. Bring on the smiles!

Smiling has such a profound effect both on our appearance and our interaction with the people around us. Why not make your smile all it can be? Call us for a FREE consultation.

Let’s make your smile something to smile about.

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Boost Confidence In Your Child

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We all want to give our kids the best jump start on life. We research the best schools, spend hours at endless sporting events, and nag them to do their homework. In all the craziness of school-aged life, don’t neglect to address their smile. Going through life with crooked teeth not only inhibits the function of your teeth, but affects their confidence and self-image. Having a beautiful smile gives teens the confidence they need to tackle life’s challenges and inspires them to accomplish their dreams.

At Summerville Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we have two locations and convenient hours to help fit orthodontics and dentistry into your busy life. Call us today to see how we can give your child a smile that will carry them through life!

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Love Your Smile

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Technology is ever evolving and making it easier than ever to keep up with friends and family whether near or far. Facebook, Instagram, and other social media outlets has given us the ability to keep up with old friends and colleagues miles away that only a decade ago we might have lost touch. With all these constant pictures and posts, our smiles are on display now more than ever!

Is your smile everything you want it to be? Is there something holding you back from reaching out to old friends?

Why are you waiting! Come in for a FREE consultation to see how we can address whatever it is that is keeping you from sharing your smile with the world.

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How Can I Afford to Straighten My Teeth?

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Ready for that perfect smile but not sure how to fit treatment into your budget? There are so many options available to help make orthodontic treatment accessible and affordable for you and your family. One option is to use a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) to finance your treatment. These accounts allow you to use pre-tax dollars toward health care expenses such as orthodontics. Using pre-tax dollars can save you more than $600 a year on orthodontic treatment! If used in conjunction with orthodontic insurance, you could see your out of pocket expenses greatly reduced.

Call us today to talk with us about treatment options so that you can set up your FSA/HSA and utilize this tax free benefit.

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When Should My Child See the Orthodontist?

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I’m often asked, “when does my child need to see an orthodontist?” The American Association of Orthodontists recommends being evaluated at 7 years old, and most likely you are wondering why, since the child still has so many baby teeth. Seeing an orthodontist at 7 does not mean your child will need braces in second grade or even in the future. An early evaluation is a great benefit to both you and your child. At your child’s initial evaluation, we will be able to see if your child has missing teeth, teeth not erupting properly, too little or too much space for the permanent teeth, or problems with the way the teeth fit together.

For the vast majority of children, no treatment is indicated at this age and our doctors will let you know if treatment will be needed in the future. Then your child will be seen briefly every six months to monitor the eruption and development of his/her teeth. These are complimentary appointments and a great opportunity for you to get all of your dental questions answered. And did I mention we have free ice cream?

Make your evaluation appointment today!  We can’t wait to see you!

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Smiling Makes You Live Longer

 

live-longerDid you know smiling can actually make you live longer? Isn’t that amazing?! Not only does our smile make us more attractive and approachable, but it actually has long term effects on our health.

A recent study from Wayne State University in Michigan looked at pictures of 230 baseball players from 1952. Smiling players lived on average EIGHT years longer than their more stoic counterparts. Another study out of the London University College found that happy, cheerful people were 35% more likely to live longer.

Who know the fountain of youth was in your smile!

How does this work? Smiling appears to decrease your blood pressure and heart rate while simultaneously decreasing cortisol levels (aka STRESS)! You can actually trick your body into thinking you are happy and relaxed by planting a big smile on your face.

Looks like there may be some truth to the old saying “Grin and Bear it!”

Don’t let an issue with your teeth keep you from smiling. Let us show you your personalized options. The path to your perfect smile is easier and faster than you think. Call us today for your FREE consultation.

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New Smile, New You

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Make now the time for a new beginning — take a step toward recharging your life with a fresh, new you. Why not make this year, YOUR year? Make this the year that you finally tackle that one tooth that has been bothering you in pictures. Or perhaps it’s a jaw issue that has been keeping you up at night. Whatever your situation, orthodontics has never been easier.

At Summerville Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, we have the ability to truly customize your orthodontic journey.

Gone are the days of large metal bands and heavy, uncomfortable wires! We can move teeth using removable clear trays, beautiful ceramic brackets, and light flexible wires, all designed to make your experience with us as enjoyable as possible.

Don’t think you have the time to devote to treatment? We offer before work appointments, lunch time appointments, after work/school appointments. Missing school or work doesn’t have to get in the way of achieving your ideal smile.

And we won’t stop there. Let us tackle any excuse that has been holding you back!

Set up your FREE consultation with us today. It’s time to pursue your perfect smile. Let Pitner Orthodontics help you do it YOUR way.

It’s your turn.

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