Congrats to our GIANTS!
November 2nd, 2010
Dr. Jennifer Martin and our entire staff would like to congratulate the San Francisco Giants for winning the 2010 World Series last night! They won the Series in just 5 games, which is VERY difficult to do, and we couldn't be more proud of them!
Ask Dr. Martin: What's the deal with Halloween candies & treats?
October 29th, 2010
For parents of Dr. Jennifer Martin's patients worried about their kids going overboard on candies this weekend, sugar and other sweets, Halloween is a dreaded annual event (no pun intended).
All those sweet, sour and sticky candies may taste great, but these treats are known to damage teeth, as well as your braces! Did you know sour candies can be acidic to your teeth, and actually wear down the enamel that protects them?
Dr. Martin and our staff will tell you they can cause tooth decay and cavities! Sour and fruity candy, such as Starburst and Skittles, are the worst for your child’s teeth since these candies have a low pH value, which is known to ruin enamel. In addition, we also want your child to steer clear of sticky, chewy, gummy and nutty goodies.
Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists recommend softer treats for those with braces, such as soft chocolate or peanut butter cups, or melt-in-your-mouth foods. Trick-or-treaters who indulge should make sure they brush and floss between teeth, around brackets and at the gum line. If damage occurs, call Dr. Martin or your general dentist in Pleasant Hill as soon as possible.
We wish you a safe, fun and happy Halloween weekend!
Patient question: What's Invisalign, and is it right for me? [Video]
October 23rd, 2010
Have you ever wondered how Invisalign treatment at the orthodontic office of Dr. Jennifer Martin manages to straighten your teeth without using traditional metallic braces? The Invisalign system is a state-of-the-art system of clear, removable aligners that we proudly offer to adults and teens at our convenient Pleasant Hill office. We have plenty of resources on our website to check out about Invisalign, or give our office a call at 925-676-8485 for a complimentary consultation to learn if this revolutionary new treatment option is right for you!
Dr. Jennifer Martin is a Certified Invisalign® Provider in Pleasant Hill, California and surrounding communities in Contra Costa County.
What's on your mind? Tell Dr. Martin!
October 15th, 2010
Happy Friday! Week after week, Dr. Jennifer Martin and our creative team blog about important topics pertinent to orthodontic treatment care and your well-being, including innovative orthodontic techniques Dr. Martin offers at our Pleasant Hill office.
Today, however, we thought we’d step back and ask you, our wonderful patients and readers: what’s on your mind? What would you like to know about the always-changing field of orthodontics? What would you like us to focus on our blog in the coming months? Perhaps there’s something you’ve wanted to ask us for a while now? Let us know by posting here or on our Facebook page!
So… take it away and we’ll try to answer any questions you may have! Have a wonderful weekend!