The advantage of Invisalign Teen™ at Papandreas Orthodontics

At an age when image is so important, the thought of having metal brackets and wires constantly attached to teeth may intensify the already-delicate confidence of today's teens. But... not to worry! There is a clear alternative to traditional braces! The team at Papandreas Orthodontics thought we'd remind you that Invisalign Teen™ gives you a whole new way to wear braces for a "clearly" amazing smile!

So how does Invisalign Teen work, you ask? Much in the same fashion as Invisalign, but with a few added characteristics tailored specifically to teenagers’ lifestyles. For instance, Invisalign Teen is designed with “compliance indicators” that fade from dark to light during the two week period that particular tray is used and once it has faded teens know to change trays. Each aligner comes with up to six free individual replacement aligners in case the original aligner ends up lost or broken. Another big benefit for the patient!

The treatment period for Invisalign Teen varies from nine to 18 months. If your teen is considering orthodontic treatment, please contact us and we’ll answer any questions you may have about Invisalign Teen.

Papandreas Orthodontics wants to know: are there teeth grinders in your house?

Grind, grind, grind. If you live with a teeth grinder, you may be familiar with this unpleasant sound, especially recently. A recent study published in the journal Head & Face Medicine suggests that people—adults and kids—faced with stress tend to cope by grinding their teeth. In addition, the Chicago Dental Society suggests that since the recession began in 2007, teeth grinding, or bruxism, has been on the rise.

The Chicago Dental Society surveyed more than 250 members about the connection between stress and oral health. Nearly 75 percent of dentists said their patients reported increased stress over the past year, largely due to the economic recession. During stressful times, teeth grinding can be a nuisance that causes headaches and sleep problems, but it also can cause lasting problems for your teeth and gums, including chipped teeth, worn enamel, chronic pain, or even TMD, a painful jaw disorder.

The first step of recovering from teeth grinding is noticing the problem. Symptoms of teeth grinding include:

• Sensitivity in the teeth
• Tightness or pain in the jaw
• Dull headaches, earaches, or facial pain
• Chipped, worn down, or loose teeth

An important thing to remember is that people frequently grind their teeth in response to stress, and taking measures to reduce or eliminate stress can help solve the problem. If the teeth-grinder in your house can’t stop, schedule an appointment to see us by giving us a call. Dr. Papandreas and our team can help determine the cause of the problem.

Papandreas Orthodontics and Invisalign team up for great discounts!

Dr. Papandreas will be speaking at Southpark Mall in Strongsville this Saturday May 22nd from Noon to 2 pm about Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. Complimentary screening to exams to determine if Invisalign is right for you and limited time discounts from Invisalign.

The Journey's Backyard BBQ tour, is a nationwide action sports and music festival taking place in five cities, including Cleveland, sponsored by Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. The BBQ is a free event for all ages and includes a day of music and action sports. Features include up and coming regional bands competing in a “Battle of the Bands,” top musical acts on the main stage, and incredible skateboarding, freestyle motocross and BMX demos. For more information about the events you can visit www.journeysbbq.com.

Onsite Activities Include:
>$500 Invisalign discount and up to $250 Invisalign rebate!
>Touch Screen Kiosks with chance to win free treatment!
>Additional discounts for staff members of all dental offices!
>Custom Bandana Bar where kids can create their own DIY bandanas with custom heat transfers.
>Photo Station to shoot and send onsite pictures online

Forward this email to a friend and see you Saturday at Southpark!

When: Saturday, May 22: 12‐2 p.m.

Where: Southpark Mall
500 Southpark Center, Strongsville, OH 44136
http://www.westfield.com/southpark

Enter the AAO Video Scholarship Contest!

We have some exciting news to share with all of our patients this Friday. The American Association of Orthodontists, which Dr. Papandreas is a member of, is offering a $2,500 academic scholarship to two lucky winners of their "How Orthodontics Changed My Life" video contest.

All patients at Papandreas Orthodontics 18 years of age or younger are eligible to enter, and entries are due by June 1st! You can learn more about the contest on the AAO's web site, but here are a few subjects to think about while making your video:

• What were you like before you had orthodontic treatment? How have you changed?
• How proud are you of your new smile?
• When did you notice changes in yourself? What kinds of changes have you noticed?
• What does your new smile mean to you?
• What would you say to others whose smiles make them self-conscious?


This is a great opportunity and we encourage you to enter. GOOD LUCK!

Ask Papandreas Orthodontics: Is Invisalign® really customized for each patient?

Yes, it is, and that’s part of what makes it work. To find out if you are the right candidate for Invisalign treatment, the first thing we do is to take an impression of your teeth as they are now and digitize it. Using special software, we look at the current positioning of your teeth and compare it to the way your teeth should look.

Next we use special software to map out the exact path your teeth will take from the beginning of your treatment to the end. Based on the results, a set of custom aligners are created just for your teeth. Throughout the course of treatment, you will be required to wear these clear, removable aligners one at a time; each one moving your teeth closer and closer to their final, perfectly aligned position. The best thing about it all? Nobody around you will even know you are wearing braces!

Dr. Papandreas is a certified Invisalign provider. If you have questions about Invisalign, or would like to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment, please give us a call.

Win a free iPad from Papandreas Orthodontics

Share a Smile with family and friends and Win an iPad from Papandreas Orthodontics!

How to enter you ask?
- Refer a friend (2 entries)
- Post a Facebook video testimonial on Papandreas Orthodontics Wall (2 entries)
- Write a Facebook testimonial at Papandeas Orthodontics (1 entry)
-Update your Facebook status at Papandreas Orthodontics (1 entry)
- Follow our blog at PapandreasOrthodontics.blogspot.com (1 entry)
- Follow our Tweets at PapandreasOrtho (1 entry)
- Subscribe to our YouTube Channel PapandreasOrtho (1 entry)
- Write a review on Google, Yahoo, Bing, and/or Yelp (1 entry each)

Have fun and hopefully you are the winner! Let your friends know too!