A few tips to stay healthy this spring, from Dr. Greenberg

Just when you think spring has arrived and summer's not far away, you remember it's still cold season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, says that a common cold usually includes sneezing, runny nose, sore throat and coughing. Symptoms can last for up to two weeks, the CDC says.

To promote a healthy and clean environment, Pasadena orthodontist Dr. Vickie Greenberg and our staff give a great deal of attention to sanitation and sterilization in our office at all times, as well as following all requirements for sterilizing instruments and work surfaces. For the protection of other patients and our team members, we always ask that patients reschedule their appointments if they have any type of cold or illness that can infect others.

And remember to constantly wash your hands and avoid contact with those who are ill! Have a great rest of the week!

Patient question for Dr. Greenberg: What can I expect at my consultation?

Great question. When you first come in for your consultation with Dr. Vickie Greenberg, we will conduct a comprehensive examination to assess your oral health. This will better enable us to determine the best treatment method for you. Then, at your next appointment, Dr. Greenberg will discuss your orthodontic options with you.

Our staff feels it’s important to take the time to carefully examine your diagnostic records after your consultation so that Dr. Greenberg can more thoroughly prepare for your treatment. If you are seeking orthodontic treatment for your child, we ask that both you and your child attend the consultation. Give us a call today and schedule a consultation! We look forward to hearing from you!

What helps you relax at Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics?

Dr. Greenberg and our staff completely understand that not everyone is always thrilled about visiting their orthodontist. But we strive to bring you the best and most comforting experience at each visit. We’d like to know: What is it about Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics that makes you comfortable or puts you at ease? Is it something about our pleasant office environment? Our friendly staff or Dr. Greenberg herself?

Let us know by posting here or by giving us a call! Enjoy the rest of your week!

Ask Dr. Vickie Greenberg: What is malocclusion?

Malocclusion, or what Dr. Greenberg calls “bad bite,” is the improper alignment of teeth and/or jaws. When your teeth and jaws are not properly aligned, it may impact your bite, the ability to properly care for your teeth, your gum tissue health and even your appearance.

Most people experience some degree of malocclusion, but it generally is not severe enough to require corrective measures. If your malocclusion is serious enough, however, treatment at Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics may be necessary to correct the issue.

Dr. Greenberg will tell you that untreated malocclusion can lead undesirable mouth problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, chipped and cracked teeth. The most common solution for malocclusion, of course, is orthodontic treatment. The actual course of treatment, including the length of time you will require braces, will be determined by severity of your malocclusion. The goal of your treatment is to move your teeth into the proper position and correct any misalignment in the jaw. If overcrowding is causing the problem, Pasadena and Altadena orthodontist Dr. Greenberg may need to remove one or more teeth as part of treatment.

At Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics, we use the most advanced technology in the field in order to ensure that you receive the best possible results. If you have any questions about malocclusion, please give us a call and we’ll try to answer any questions you may have!

April is National Facial Protection Month! From the team at Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics

You may remember that in February, our team at Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics blogged about the advantage of wearing a mouth guard when playing sports. Well, we thought a reminder today wouldn’t hurt. You see, April is National Facial Protection Month, and it’s a good time to remind our young athletes about staying safe on the field this spring. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults will have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events this year. By simply wearing a properly fitted mouth guard, these accidents could prevent this along with other traumatic facial injuries, says Dr. Greenberg.

The above video from our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists outlines five quick ways you can protect yourself and your face this spring. If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact our team at Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics. And remember to stay safe and have fun!

Talking retainers with Dr. Vickie Greenberg

If you recently completed treatment with Dr. Greenberg, our professional team would like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been successfully removed, Dr. Greenberg will provide—or has provided you—with retainers. After braces are removed, your teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized.

Retainers provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth in their corrected, ideal positions until the bones and gums adapt to the treatment changes, Dr. Greenberg says. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime.

If you have additional questions about retainers or your treatment here at Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics, please give us a call at (626) 798-7645. Our staff would love to hear from you!

Have a great weekend!

Your turn! From Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics

By now, you know the drill: each week, Dr. Vickie Greenberg and our dedicated team blog about important topics pertinent to orthodontic care and your well-being. This week, however, we thought we’d step back a little and ask you, our great patients: what’s on your mind?

What would you like to know about the always-changing field of orthodontics? What would you like us to focus on our blog? Perhaps there’s something you’ve been wanting to ask us for a while now? Let us know by posting here or on our Facebook fan page!

So… take it away and our team at Vickie Greenberg Orthodontics will try to answer any questions you may have!