7 Myths About Orthodontic Treatment and All the Facts!
The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) make it their mission to educate the public about the benefits of orthodontic treatment. The misconceptions about orthodontists and their role in helping people achieve and maintain good oral health really are unfounded, and we, in conjunction with the AAO, want to address some of them so that our patients can be […]
Propel is now Being Offered in our Offices at Gardner Orthodontics
Gardner Orthodontics is excited to announce that we will now offer the Propel line of products, including the VPro5™ and the Excellerator™ Series of drivers, in both of our Richmond offices. The Propel line of products offers both at-home and in-office options. The VPro5 aligner seater can be used at home or on the go in just 5 […]
Dr. Gardner has won Best Bedside Manner for 2017!
Help us Congratulate Dr Gardner on his fantastic achievement! We are excited and honored to announce that Dr. Gardner has been recognized as the FIRST PLACE WINNER for the Bedside Manner Awards in the Orthodontics Category! This year over 15,000 healthcare consumers, and patients in the community, voted their best experiences with doctors in over 60 specialties. Dr […]
Celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month with us!
October is National Orthodontic Health Month! October brings lots of changes and new experiences…cooler weather, crackling leaves, cozy fires, and Halloween! For orthodontists across the country, October brings National Orthodontic Health Month and an opportunity to remind patients of some care and safety basics for their orthodontia. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) has provided 4 ways to […]
Waterpiks and Air Flossers, Should You Use Them?
During orthodontics, the question often arises, “should I use waterpiks and air flossers?” At Gardner Orthodontics, we understand that orthodontic appliances can make good oral hygiene more difficult, so we encourage our patients to use waterpiks and air flossers in addition to brushing and flossing. Both waterpiks and air flossers are designed to clean between and around teeth […]
Four Tips For Cleaning Your Braces Effectively
At Gardner Orthodontics in Richmond, we like to teach some specialized techniques for maintaining great oral hygiene with braces. Your commitment to your at-home oral care routine ensures that when you excitedly get your braces off to reveal a beautiful, healthy, newly-aligned smile, you won’t have a diagnosis of cavities throughout your mouth offsetting your achievement. Brush After […]
