Why You Should See Our Manhattan Orthodontist
Posted on November 25, 2019
It may seem like your dentist can straighten your teeth just as well as an orthodontist could, but there are some things you should consider first. While all orthodontists are dentists, not all dentists are orthodontists. An orthodontist is a specially trained doctor who has had two or three more years of additional education to… Read more »
Treatment Process for Invisalign in Manhattan
Posted on November 4, 2019
The 6 Stages of Invisalign in Manhattan Invisalign might seem as if it’s been an option in the orthodontic toolbox for a long time, but the company that started it isn’t even 30 years old. Even then, it took a little while for the idea of using Invisalign’s clear trays to catch on. The treatments… Read more »
Using Invisalign First on Manhattan Smiles
Posted on September 18, 2019
Kids’ smiles grow fast. But did you know there’s something you can do right now to help your child’s smile down the road? It’s true. With Invisalign® First, the premier treatment for kids ages 6 to 10, our orthodontist is able to guide a child’s teeth as they grow. No braces. No metal. Just clear,… Read more »
Invisalign Teen: Back to School with Confidence
Posted on August 12, 2019
Time flies in the summer! August is already here, and for kids and teens, that means going back to school soon! As they get their smiles ready for the new school year, teens want to make sure they have that confident smile for picture day. But, of course, being a teen is not easy. In… Read more »
Invisalign v. Braces
Posted on July 19, 2019
Are Braces a Thing of the Past? For many years, braces were the only option in order to correct orthodontic issues and achieve that perfect smile. When Invisalign hit the orthodontic scene in the 1990s, things changed. Invisalign is the clear alternative to metal braces. These clear and removable aligners are a virtually invisible way… Read more »
The Best Electric Toothbrushes, According to Dentists
Posted on June 27, 2019
This article was originally posted on nymag.com here. With ads for Quip lining subway cars and celebrities endorsing other electric models on Instagram (Khloé Kardashian’s Burst comes to mind), there seem to be more options for getting a powerful at-home teeth cleaning than ever before. For the most part, though, dentists we spoke with aren’t… Read more »
Orthodontics in the Summer
Posted on May 21, 2019
Kick Off Your Summer Right by Starting Orthodontic Treatment The school year is finally coming to an end and Summer 2019 is approaching us! While summer is the season for some much needed rest and relaxation, it is also the perfect time to start orthodontic treatment. If you’ve been putting off your first visit to… Read more »
At-Home Invisible Teeth Aligners Could Come Back to Bite You
Posted on May 14, 2019
This article was originally published on nypost.com here. You’ve seen the trendy ads for mail-order dental aligners that took over bus stops and subway cars a few years ago: “Don’t watch the gap; close the gap.” “Straighten your smile in an average of six months.” The promise? To turn your snaggletoothed frown upside down without… Read more »
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Park Avenue Orthodontics
Posted on November 9, 2018
Dear Valued Patients, Family and Friends, As Thanksgiving approaches, we are looking to help those less fortunate. We are organizing a food drive for City Harvest here at Park Avenue Orthodontics. If you would like to participate, please drop off canned and/or non- perishable goods at your next appointment. If you don’t have an appointment… Read more »
My Invisalign Experience: What to Expect When Starting Invisalign Treatment
Posted on September 4, 2018
If you are interested in starting treatment with Invisalign, then this post is for you. I wanted to share my Invisalign clear aligners experience to those out there considering it. After being treated with braces as a young teen with results that did not seem to stick, I decided to check out what Invisalign is… Read more »