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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

If you recently completed treatment at West Chester Orthodontics, we’d like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been removed, Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker will provide—or has provided you—with retainers. After braces are removed, teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers, however, always provide

Malocclusion, or what Drs. Alex Cassinelli and Shiv Shanker call “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.