The purpose of braces and other forms of orthodontic treatment at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD is to correct malocclusion, also known as crooked or crowded teeth, or “bad bites.” Past orthodontic practice dictated that wisdom teeth be removed, especially in cases of crowding. The wisdom teeth are the last
Adult patients who seek orthodontic treatment usually fall into one of two camps: those who did not undergo orthodontic treatment as a child or those who had braces at one point but stopped wearing retainers for one reason or another. At John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD, we are happy to
It’s springtime and it’s again time to remind our patients at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD to protect their faces and pearly whites while out on the field playing sports. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out
Dr. John Gerling and our team are excited to offer Invisalign Teen, a clear alternative to braces that’s just for teens! With Invisalign Teen, we are able to straighten your teen’s teeth without the hassle, discomfort, and embarrassment of traditional braces. Invisalign Teen’s clear aligners are virtually invisible. What’s more,
While braces play an important part in helping to create a healthy mouth and teeth, you might experience a few side effects while wearing them that are common and can be easily treated. Even with the best of care, braces can cause soreness to your mouth. As your teeth begin
For the last 8 years, Quinta Mazatlan has been putting on an annual fundraiser in order to support their fantastic birding and nature reserve. As the President of Quinta Mazatlan, the “Moon Over Mazatlan” event is more than just a fundraiser – it’s an awesome celebration! This year aims to
