The Abari Orthodontics Blog

What are your summer plans?

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 14 May 2012 18:11:30 +0000

The dog days of summer are almost upon us, and what better time for us to ask our patients’ summer plans!

Whether you’re going camping, hitting America’s great open roads, visiting our nation’s capitol, or just staying in town and hanging out, we want to know how you’re all going to spending your summer! Please feel free to share your summer plans and experiences with us below or on our Facebook page!

We look forward to reading all about your summer adventures!

May featured patient testimonials!

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Wed, 09 May 2012 17:06:10 +0000

Our patients are so happy with the results of the treatment and the experience of our office, they share their experience!

“I’d like to thank you and your staff for making my experience here a good one. I was satisfied with my results and now my husband will see what a great orthodontist you are when his braces are removed.”

“Thanks to you, Dr. Abari, my smile is bigger and brighter!”

“I just wanted to thank everybody for everything, especially in helping me raise my self-esteem. I’ve been thinking of studying to become an orthodontist after high school ends to pursue a career just like yours”

“I am so glad I was referred to this office by my dentist.”

“Your work is amazing! Now I can show off my smile to everyone.”

May marks National Teen Self-Esteem Month!

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Tue, 01 May 2012 12:00:11 +0000

At Abari Orthodontics/Oral Surgery, we know image is everything. Especially for today’s teenagers. At an age when image is so important, the thought of having braces may intensify the already-delicate confidence of today’s teens. Well, May is National Teen Self-Esteem Month, and during this time, parents are encouraged to act as positive role models, help stop negative self-images, and improve confidence and security among teens.

Both Drs. Abari & Will, as well as our team, will tell you one of the great ways to improve your confidence is to improve your smile. And that begins with a complimentary consultation at our convenient San Dimas or Diamond Bar offices. After all, what better time to avoid having crooked teeth in your adulthood than coming in for a consultation with Drs. Abari & Will?

We proudly provide traditional braces, In-Ovation® and Invisalign Teen for today’s image-conscious teens, and invite you to give us a call to schedule your free consultation or ask us on Facebook!

Ask Dr. Abari: “When should my child visit for an orthodontic consultation?”

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:00:35 +0000

Great question.

The fact is, many parents in San Dimas, Diamond Bar and surrounding communities assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Abari Orthodontics, only to find that treatment would have been easier if started earlier. But, did you know our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven?

Ok, you think to yourself, what’s so great about age seven? Well, at that point, enough permanent teeth have arrived for us to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or what Dr. Robin Abari and Dr. Lawrence Will call “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites and open bites can be detected.

Early evaluation, of course, may signal a need for early treatment. For some children, early treatment can prevent physical and emotional trauma. Aside from spurring on years of harmful teasing, misaligned teeth are also prone to injury and detrimental to good oral hygiene. So if your child is nearing age 7, please give us a call at 909-396-9000 to schedule a free initial consultation!

We hope you have a great week!

Join our YouTube video clip contest!

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:42:29 +0000

Spring is here! Do we have your current contact info?

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:00:33 +0000

Spring is in the air! We also encourage you to call us and let us know if you have any new phone numbers or if your contact information has changed!

As you probably know, you can always connect with us on our Facebook page, but we invite you to please contact our office with any updates to phone numbers and addresses, so that we may be able to reach you.

Thank you! Have a great week!

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:00:10 +0000

Visiting your dentist during your orthodontic treatment will not only help keep your teeth and mouth healthy while you have braces, but will also help keep the rest of your body healthy. The fact is, every hour of every day in the U.S., someone dies of oral cancer, which is the sixth-most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent, and oral cancer is one of the few cancers whose survival rate has not improved. Since April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our patients about the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene while you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Your dentist is specifically trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent oral health problems. Please let us now if you have any questions about your oral health during your next adjustment appointment. Take care of your teeth!

Am I Too Old for Braces? From Drs. Abari and Will

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:00:10 +0000

Orthodontic treatment for adults is becoming more and more common. In fact, the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996! More adults than ever are realizing that orthodontic treatment is not just for kids, and can help improve the aesthetics and health of a smile of any age! In society where appearance matters and can help make the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing wisely to invest in orthodontic treatment.
Some of the most common reasons our adult patients come to us considering orthodontic treatment include:

• Teeth that are crowded or spaced apart, sometimes as a result of tooth decay or gum disease
• Pain or pressure from crooked teeth or a misaligned jaw
• A bad bite or malocclusion, causing teeth to fit together incorrectly

Most of all though, adult patients come to our office seeking a healthier mouth and a more confident smile! Orthodontic treatment at our office can be successful at any age, and adults especially can appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.

As an adult patient, we recognize that you have different needs than our younger patients, and we will work with you to ensure you receive the most appropriate treatment and that your needs are met with understanding and respect from us.

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, we would love to have you visit for a consultation. We understand you have a busy schedule, and will work with you to find a time that is convenient for you. Please visit our website or give our office a call to schedule your appointment today!

Are you wearing a mouthguard?

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 12:00:31 +0000

Spring sports are just around the corner, and our staff, including Drs. Abari and Will, would like to remind our young athletes in treatment to take care of both your mouth and appliances while participating in contact sports (and non-contact sports) as well this spring. Our team at Abari Orthodontics/Oral Surgery 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 San Dimas or Diamond Bar office.

St. Patrick’s Day Fun Facts!

mynetworks0589@sesamecommunications.com — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:44:57 +0000

Our team at Abari Orthodontics wants to know: Will you be wearing your green this Saturday? Whether Irish or not, millions of people around the world celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with toasts, parades and “the wearing of the green.” Here are some fun facts about St. Patty’s Day we know you will enjoy:

• St. Patrick’s Day is observed on March 17th because that is the feast day of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is also a worldwide celebration of Irish culture and history.

• The name “lephrechaun” has several origins. It could be from the Irish Gaelic word “leipreachan,” which means “a kind of aqueous sprite.” Or, it could be from “leath bhrogan,” which simply means “shoemaker.”

• Some American towns have Irish names. They include: Shamrock Lakes, Indiana; Shamrock, Oklahoma; Shamrock, Texas; Dublin, California and Dublin, Ohio and Mount Gay-Shamrock, West Virginia

• Despite what you may have heard, St. Patrick never banished snakes from Ireland. In fact, no snakes exist or ever existed in Ireland. Ireland is surrounded by icy ocean waters, much too cold to allow snakes to migrate from Britain or anywhere else.

• St. Patrick’s Day was first celebrated in America in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1737. Approximately 34 million Americans claim Irish ancestry. That’s almost nine times the population of Ireland, which has 4.1 million people.

If you have something special planned for St. Patrick’s Day, let us know by posting a comment on our Facebook page.