Season’s Greetings from Stevens Orthodontics

In this season given to tidings of comfort and joy, and as Dr. Stevens and his team at Stevens Orthodontics reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask you: What do you love about the holidays this year? Being with your loved ones? A clean slate for 2010? Opening presents by the fireplace? All the delicious food? Also, what gift are you most looking forward to getting this year?

We’d love if you shared with us all the things you love about the holidays. Stay warm, and don’t forget to stay away from those sweets!

--The team at Stevens Orthodontics

The advantage of SureSmile® at Stevens Orthodontics

Does the thought of having braces bring you down? The team at Stevens Orthodontics understand that one of the biggest concerns for orthodontic patients with braces is the length of their treatment.

But you’re in luck, because Dr. Stevens specializes in SureSmile, high-tech braces that are revolutionizing the orthodontic industry. SureSmile, which combines digital 3-D imaging, has computer-aided treatment planning and customized archwires to straighten teeth about 40 percent faster than traditional braces. The SureSmile program calculates the exact shape and pattern of the teeth and bends and cuts the braces wires, with more precision than traditional braces.

There are three steps. First, Dr. Stevens identifies the initial tooth position with the patented OraScanner, a wand with a tiny camera attached. The OraScanner creates a precise 3-D digital model of your mouth, which is then uploaded into software that lets Dr. Stevens view your mouth and teeth from any angle. Next, the SureSmile system allows us to create your entire treatment plan prior to treatment, using special computer software to analyze the 3-D model of your mouth and develop a custom archwire treatment. Finally, SureSmile’s robotic technology bends Shape Memory Alloy archwires, which can “remember” your prescription.

Results

With SureSmile’s specially programmed archwires, your teeth move more directly into their intended positions. The result for our patients is shortened treatment time and a more comfortable experience in braces.

Once the braces are on it’s only a matter of time before they are taken off revealing beautiful, straight, healthy teeth. With traditional braces a patient is expected to schedule 18 to 20 office visits over two years. With SureSmile, patients average seven to 10 visits and can have their braces off within half the time.

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, and time for braces is on the horizon, please contact Stevens Orthodontics!

Check out Stevens Orthodontics on WCTV's "Health Links"

Have you checked our page on WCTV's Health Links? Dr. Stevens, who operates one of the most state-of-the-art offices in the Big Bend area, offers you videos on SureSmile and the Damon System braces, as well as patient testimonials, descriptions of services offered at Stevens Orthodontics and much, much more.

Stop by our page and let us know what you think! We'd love to hear from you!

--The team at Stevens Orthodontics

What do you love about Stevens Orthodontics?

From your very first visit to Stevens Orthodontics, Dr. Stevens and his team strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. Have you been especially impressed by Dr. Stevens? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Do you love your new smile?

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for generations, we’d love to hear your feedback on our networks. Or, you can tell us by giving us a call!

Thank you,
The team at Stevens Orthodontics

SureSmile goes on ABC’s “The Doctors”

On a recent episode of ABC's "The Doctors," Dr. Thomas Lee of Oxnard, California, was interviewed in front of a live audience and demonstrated SureSmile technology and discussed treatment benefits for orthodontists and their patients. Dr. Lee's 14-year-old patient, Nina, who had just completed SureSmile treatment, was part of the segment as well, and spoke positively about her SureSmile treatment experience.

SureSmile is a software program that facilitates the precise positioning of a patient’s teeth placement for orthodontic braces. Did you know Stevens Orthodontics offers SureSmile as well? Give us a call or stop by the office and ask!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Helping you prepare for cold and flu season, from Stevens Orthodontics

Traditionally cold and flu season starts in Fall, but this year it seems to have started much earlier and with the number of patients canceling appointments because of flu and H1N1 symptoms Stevens Orthodontics is taking additional precautions to help prevent the spread of germs.

To promote a healthy and clean environment, we 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 staff, we always ask that patients reschedule their appointments if they have any type of cold or illness that can infect others.

Maintaining and protecting oral hygiene equipment is also important this flu season. To protect your toothbrush from bacteria follow these steps:

• Wash your hands before and after brushing
• Allow the brush to air dry after each use, harmful bacteria dies after being exposed to oxygen
• Store the toothbrush in an upright position to allow water to drain and dry faster
• Replace toothbrush after every cold or flu or every 3-4 months when bristles appear worn

Hope this helps and give us a call if you have any questions! Stay healthy and Happy Thanksgiving!

A few more reviews of Dr. Stevens...

A couple weeks ago, we posted some patient reviews of Dr. Stevens and staff. We thought we'd post a few more of your wonderful testimonials! If you have any questions about Stevens Orthodontics please give us a call. Thank you.

"Dr. Stevens and Staff, thank you so much for giving Sarah such a beautiful smile! We are grateful beyond measure!"
--The Gunn Family

"Everyone at Dr. Stevens' office treats each patient as a special individual. Everyone is so easy to work with!!!"
--Christine B.

"Friendly, personable, and Professional. The office is awesome!!! I actually enjoy coming to the office."
--Malverna S.

"How child-friendly the practice is, the professional and friendly staff and how clean the office always is."
--Brian C.

"The environment is great. The staff is always friendly."
--Lakaysha W.