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If you have been thinking about undergoing orthodontic treatment to straighten teeth or correct jaw alignment, the first step is scheduling an orthodontic consultation at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD. During the consultation we will actively listen to your concerns and address all of your questions, as well as discuss

Invisalign Teen is designed with today’s youth in mind. These clear, removable orthodontic aligners can straighten your teeth without the need for metal wires and brackets. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign Teen aligners are comfortable, nearly invisible, and removable, which allows you to remove them as you eat your favorite foods

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