At John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD, 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
Now that you have braces, it is more important than ever to maintain good oral hygiene during your treatment, as Dr. John Gerling will tell you. While we trust you will continue brushing and flossing on a regular basis throughout your treatment at John A. Gerling, DDS, MSD, you also
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a time of change, and assertions that we needed to pay more attention to the Earth’s atmosphere were generally dismissed. But
In just a few short days, on Saturday, April 20th, the McAllen Vida Verde will be taking place at Quinta Mazatlan, and with it a whole day of education about our amazing planet! Dr. Gerling is sponsoring the main stage of this incredible event this year, and the lineup is
According to Preferred Consumer, it’s estimated that 50 percent of people have teeth that are crooked, not aligned properly, or irregular. Fortunately today, orthodontics has advanced to the point where corrective devices, such as braces and retainers, are less obvious, more comfortable, and can be worn for shorter periods of
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
