What's new at Moles Orthodontics?

Recently, the team at Moles Orthodontics were asked, "What's new at your practice? What was so different about this past year?" Here are Dr. Moles' thoughts:

This was a super year to be an orthodontist! This year we became one of only a handful of practices in the world to combine 3D x-ray with SureSmile. This allows us for the first time to see how the roots of the teeth will actually move during treatment. This is a huge advancement since precise positioning of the roots is the foundation for the teeth and the bite.

When you consider that just a few tenths of a millimeter can cause a tooth to move, or fracture or even trigger jaw pain you can see how important this is. We also began offering SureSmile Lingual (behind the teeth), which is a wonderful option for those patients who want the cosmetics of Invisalign but have a problem that Invisalign cannot handle. One of the wonderful things that happened to our practice was that we were honored by our peers by being voted one of Milwaukee's Top Orthodontists. This is no small accomplishment since there are so many orthodontists in the area. Rest assured we will continue to live up to that honor!

Happy New Year!

Moles orthodontics wishes you happy holidays!

In this season given to tidings of comfort and joy, and as the team at Moles Orthodontics reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask you, our wonderful patients: What do you love about the holidays this year? Being with your loved ones? A clean slate for 2010? Opening presents by the fireplace? All the delicious food? Also, what gift are you most looking forward to getting this year?

We’d love if you shared with us all the things you love about the holidays. Stay warm, and don’t forget to stay away from those sweets!

Moles orthodontics with a reminder: Don't cut back on braces!

With the economic slump some patients will come in and ask "is orthodontic treatment is really necessary" or "how long can I put this treatment off". Of course orthodontic treatment is not a life and death matter—and sometimes the treatment can be delayed—however putting it off can be expensive, Dr. Moles says. The unfortunate thing is that crooked teeth don't hurt! That may sound strange but if crooked teeth would hurt it would be easier for the patient to feel the significant damage that might be happening.

There is a lot of "silent" (non painful) damage that can occur when teeth are out of alignment. A person can exert up to 1,500 lbs per square inch during chewing and beyond that the teeth come together around 2,500 times a day just in swallowing! If teeth don't fit the result can be excessive wear, fractures in the teeth, damage to the bone supporting the teeth and even damage to the jaw joints.

Much of this can happen without the patient being aware of it until something suddenly breaks. Also, crooked teeth can be very hard to keep clean, teeth can stain and decay rapidly. Unfortunately, the cost of the repairs can greatly exceed the cost of orthodontics. Years ago this was not a big problem. People simply did not live as long. It's wonderful that we are living longer! However, the old adage of "a stitch in time - saves nine" couldn't be more appropriate today. Investing in orthodontic treatment today can save a lot of money in the future!

Hope this helps! Give Moles Orthodontics a call if you have any questions!

Patient reviews for Moles Orthodontics

Dr. Moles and his team love getting patient reviews. And lately, Moles Orthodontics, serving Milwaukee, Racine, Brookfield and surrounding communities, has been getting some pretty great patient testimonials! The team thought we'd share some with you today! Happy Wednesday!

"What I like the best is the unmatched quality of service that Moles Orthodontics offers. Compared to every place I went so far, I was offered the BEST customer service at Moles Orthodontics. I am so satisfied with the services received that I will not go to another orthodontist as long as Moles Orthodontics exist." ~ Mladenko D.

"I feel like my children are in good hands. He has an excellent staff." ~ Herb K.

"Dr. Moles really cares about his families that he cares for. He is genuinely kind and runs an efficient and very professional office. His staff also has the same value of kindness and professional care for each patient that walks through the door." ~ Colleen B.

"That everyone was really welcoming and the enviornment was very comfortable. I felt like they had known me for a very long time and were very nice with me being a new comer and all." ~ Tim L.

"Very informative, very nice, go out of their way for everyone and the number one thing I like is the promptness. I love it." ~ Scott T.

"Very friendly and willing to do anything to make the patient happy, great staff I have never seen a group of people that enjoy their jobs more than the Moles staff, they are a wonderful group of people." ~ Monica W.

SureSmile goes on ABC’s “The Doctors” -- Moles Orthodontics

On a recent episode of ABC's "The Doctors," Dr. Thomas Lee of Oxnard, California, was interviewed in front of a live audience and demonstrated SureSmile technology and discussed treatment benefits for orthodontists and their patients. Dr. Lee's 14-year-old patient, Nina, who had just completed SureSmile treatment, was part of the segment as well, and spoke positively about her SureSmile treatment experience.

SureSmile is a software program that facilitates the precise positioning of a patient’s teeth placement for orthodontic braces. Did you know Drs. Moles, Sanfelippo and Ferri are certified SureSmile providers? Give us a call and ask!

Happy Tuesday!