Invisalign patient testimonial [Video]

Dr. Gerlein and team came across this video last week, and realized that it's just what folks considering Invisalign at Gerlein Orthodontics need to see. Invisalign gets a ton of promotion online (including here on our blog), but people rarely get the see a clear cut, unbiased, point of view from someone who actually has chosen to straighten their teeth with Invisalign.

At Gerlein Orthodontics, we get quite a lot of requests for Invisalign. We always let our patients know about the stages of Invisalign, as well as how one might first react to it. But, to hear it from someone actually wearing these clear aligners is something else.

Check out this video of a patient who has been wearing her aligners for only 10 minutes! Because they’re clear, your teeth will be steadily straightening – and no one will know it but you! Please give us a call to set up an initial consultation with Dr. Gerlein, so we can discuss the specifics of your treatment.

Happy Presidents' Day!

Braces tips from Dr. Gerlein

If you remember our post from last week, February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and a perfect time of the year to remind our patients about the need to practice good oral hygiene while wearing braces and to visit Gerlein Orthodontics on a regular basis for adjustments. Besides brushing, flossing and staying away from all those sweets and braces-unfriendly foods, check out these tips from Dr. Gerlein and our team.

Other methods to take care of ones braces that we recommend besides brushing, flossing, and staying away from sticky/chewy foods are:

1. Using fluoride rinse to help with cavities, and also canker sores. It is recommended to use before bed because you are not supposed to eat or drink for several hours after use.

2. Using the wax to help with discomfort from poking wires or irritating brackets

Let us know if you have any questions by giving us a call, asking Dr. Gerlein during your next visit or asking us on Facebook!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Dr. Gerlein & team, supporting National Children's Dental Health Month

Each February for the past 61 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has sponsored National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums.

For kids wearing braces, brushing and flossing can become more difficult, requiring extra time and vigilance to remove food particles that accumulate on and between the teeth and in braces. If the health of your teeth is ignored during treatment with braces, the results can be significantly compromised. Dr. Eduardo Gerlein is available and happy to explain why effective brushing and flossing is one of the most critical actions needed from patients during orthodontic treatment. Have you visited our Chevy Chase office? Give us a call and schedule a new patient consultation!

We also invite you to connect with us on Facebook!

Gerlein Orthodontics, reminding you to protect your mouth this fall

At Gerlein Orthodontics, we know spring sports are just around the corner, and we would like to remind our young athletes in treatment to take care of both your mouth and appliances while participating in contact sports this spring. Dr. Gerlein and our team will tell you that only by using a mouth guard can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. And don't forget to ask us for a mouth guard - we will provide a mouth guard for anyone in active treatment!

If you have further questions or are ready to schedule your consultation, just give us a call at our Chevy Chase orthodontic office. At Gerlein Orthodontics we've made it our priority to help keep our great town smiling! Our practice utilizes the newest, state-of-the-art technology to give our patients the top-notch, quality care they deserve.

Questions, questions...

At Gerlein Orthodontics, we get lots of questions. Whether they come from new patients or those finishing their treatment, we love answering any questions our patients may have. Here are the most common questions that people ask during the new patient consultation with Dr. Gerlein:

How long will treatment take?
Does it hurt?
What are your office hours?
What colors can I choose for braces?
What foods can’t I have?
What happens if I break something?

We wish patients would ask about our scheduling and no-show/missed appointment policy, and if/will they need to miss school for certain appointments.

Have a question we can answer? Ask us here, or on our Facebook page.

Share your experience at Gerlein Orthodontics with the world!

Serving Chevy Chase and surrounding communities, our staff at Gerlein Orthodontics is dedicated to helping you achieve a beautiful smile by providing you with the highest quality care, most advanced orthodontic treatments, and an open office environment where you'll feel comfortable!

Whether you've visited Dr. Gerlein's office for a week, months or even years, we'd love to hear your feedback about how we have fared during your orthodontic treatment! There are lots of ways you can share your thoughts about our practice, but we encourage you to head to our Google Places page and write a review there.

After all, reviews help Dr. Gerlein create more beautiful smiles! Thank you in advance, and we hope you have a great day!

You may write your review here.

January books of the month at Gerlein Orthodontics!

Attention all readers! Our books of the month at Gerlein Orthodontics for the month of January are Boost by Kathy Mackel Alex Rider: Eagle Strike by Anthony Horowitz.

Have fun and earn Patient Reward points for reading these books this month!