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Many developing orthodontic problems can be intercepted and corrected if diagnosed and treated at an early age. Dr. John Gerling and our team at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD recommend children have their first orthodontic evaluation no later than age seven, or younger if the front four permanent teeth have

The dog days of summer are upon us, and with the temperatures soaring, our team at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD wants you to be extra careful about sun safety when you’re out and about. Check out this incredibly helpful article on the Ten Summer Safety Tips for Kids, courtesy

How You Can Start Preparing Now When you first start thinking about going to the orthodontist, it is normal to feel apprehensive. What will your orthodontic experience bring? Whether you have been advised by a dentist or chosen to seek out orthodontic care from Dr. John Gerling on your own,

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Decoration Day, this solemn day has been marked on calendars since the end of the American Civil War as a

If Dr. John Gerling and our team at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD have recommended a palatal expander, you might be wondering what it is and how it will help you. A palatal expander is a small appliance fitted in your mouth to create a wider space in the upper

“Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.” – Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their child’s visits to John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD. Whether it’s driving their kids to regularly scheduled appointments or for