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Our team at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD knows that there are many ways you can protect your pearly whites throughout your orthodontic treatment. If you follow the rules and brush your teeth twice a day, floss often, and protect your appliances from damage, you should have a successful treatment.

Did you know that even in ancient times, people wanted to improve the look and function of their smiles? John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD thinks of modern orthodontic appliances as sleek, efficient technology, but this was not always so! Take a look at the highlights in the evolution of braces.

Getting your braces off is exciting. You’ve been working on your new smile for months or years, and it’s time for the trips to our McAllen, TX office to pay off. Can you imagine how bad it would be to discover that your teeth are straight, but that there’s decay?

We’ve heard all the reasons why folks put off scheduling an orthodontic consultation: not quite ready to begin treatment, vacations, busy schedules, financial concerns, etc. Here are five reasons why you shouldn’t delay another day to make an appointment for yourself or your child with Dr. John Gerling. 1. Growth

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While your fellow revelers eat hot dogs and wave flags, you can impress them by sharing these fascinating facts and historical

If you’re wearing braces, then you know they are working hard to straighten your teeth. However, those hard-working braces are also preventing you from easily cleaning your teeth. It is essential that you put some extra attention into preventing tooth decay while wearing your braces. When your braces are finally