Cold and flu season is here – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that a common cold usually includes sneezing, runny nose, sore throat and coughing. Symptoms can last for up to two weeks. To promote a healthy and clean environment, Drs. Alex Cassinelli and Shiv Shanker and our
With Halloween right around the corner, Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker wanted to remind you about our 3rd Annual Candy Buy-Back program! On November 1 from 3-5 p.m. bring your Halloween treats to our West Chester or Montgomery office to receive $1 per pound of candy! ($5 per person maximum) All
We are excited to announce that our new Montgomery office will begin seeing patients next Tuesday, October 25th! We have moved from our Evendale office and we can’t wait to open the Montgomery office. It’s only about 7 minutes away and we know that our patients will love it. We
There are so many ways you protect your teeth throughout your orthodontic treatment at West Chester Orthodontics. You brush your teeth twice a day, floss regularly and protect your mouth and appliances from being damaged. But did you know there is another, often forgotten about, way to keep your teeth
Malocclusion, or what Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker calls “bad bite,” is the improper alignment of teeth and/or jaws. When your teeth and jaws are not properly aligned, it may impact your bite, the ability to properly care for your teeth, your gum tissue health and even your appearance. Most people
Happy October! For those who don’t know, it’s National Orthodontic Health Month. This month-long event is organized by our pals at the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO. Drs. Alex Cassinelli and Shiv Shanker and our team realize that this is a great opportunity for us to raise awareness about
Drs. Alex Cassinelli and Shiv Shanker know that image is everything. At an age when image is so important, the thought of having metal brackets and wires constantly attached to teeth may intensify the already-delicate confidence of today’s teens. But… not to worry! There is a clear alternative to traditional
Who’s afraid of “metal mouth” and the appearance of braces? Not adults, apparently. Recently, our staff at the orthodontic office of Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker read a fascinating statistic: the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996! Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong,
Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker . Here are some early warning signs indicating it’s time to check in with us: 1. Early or late loss of baby teeth 2. Difficulty
