Rubber bands, or elastics, can be an integral aspect of orthodontic care, so if Drs. Alex Cassinelli and Shiv Shanker has prescribed elastics as a part of your treatment, it’s important to follow the directions fully. Elastics help to align your bite or cause teeth to move in different directions
We’ve rolled out our new Facebook Timeline page and would love for you to check it out! You’ll find all the useful information that was there before, but now in a fun, new layout. When you connect with us on Facebook, you’ll be able to check out photos of our
When you visit orthodontic office of Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker for your orthodontic consultation, you’ll probably have a lot of questions. We want you to be prepared for your appointment and feel in charge of your orthodontic treatment decisions, so keep these questions in mind to ask when you come
Invisalign clear aligners can be a great option for improving the look of your smile. At the orthodontic office of Drs. Cassinelli and Shanker, we have lots of experience using this technology to give our patients the straight, beautiful smile they’ve always wanted. Plus, because it’s so convenient, Invisalign won’t
There are several reasons why some people’s teeth grow in crooked, overlapping, or twisted. Some people’s mouths are too small for their teeth, which crowds the teeth and causes them to shift. In other cases, a person’s upper and lower jaws aren’t the same size or are malformed. Most often,
Valentine’s Day is here, and there is a lot of candy making the rounds this week. It’s once again time to remind all of our patients to be extra careful when choosing those candies and treats! All those sweet, sour and sticky candies may taste great, but these treats are
Each February for the past 62 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of
Great question! If you are brushing and flossing daily during your orthodontic treatment with Drs. Alex Cassinelli and Shiv Shanker, we think that’s great! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every 3-to-6 months in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing (and
While mouthwash is not an alternative to regular brushing and flossing, it can help keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy. There are several different types of mouthwashes available, and all of them will help do different things for your smile. The most common types of mouthwashes are: •
