What is Dr. Moles up to this month?

This month I'll be heading over to Poland and to Slovakia to give lectures on both Orthodontics and TMJ dysfunction (Jaw problems and headaches). This will be my fourth time speaking in Eastern Europe and as usual I am looking forward to it.

If you have never been to Poland let me assure you as a Wisconsinite you have already been there. If I dropped you off on a country road with no buildings around you, you would not be able to tell that you were not in Wisconsin. Literally, the land and the trees and the scenery are the same (and so is the weather!). It is an easy place for a Midwesterner to be comfortable in. Moreover the people are truly wonderful. They have been through so much and are so grateful to now have their freedom. They also love Americans and they look to us as a role model.

It's interesting to note that 80 percent of the dentists in Eastern Europe are female. Under Communism, dentistry was a low paying occupation so the men tended to gravitate to professions where it was easier to support a family. This is changing, and over the years I have seen more men in the courses. However all of the doctors that I have lectured to have been very eager to learn how we do things and they are quick students. They operate under a big handicap of not being able to afford or obtain some of the more sophisticated technology that we have available but given the vitality of their economies, they will eventually be able to provide this to their patients. I will share some of my experiences when I return.

Passport Program at Moles Orthodontics!

Our belief at Moles Orthodontics is that you should be rewarded for being a great patient! We are proud to introduce Moles Orthodontics’ Passport Program. The passport program is an incentive program designed to help you reach your treatment goals. You will receive stamps in your passport at your visits to our office, which you may use to redeem for gift cards to cool places! It’s our way of thanking you for doing a great job! The number of stamps that you get depends on you! Here’s how it works:

1) Being on time to your appointment
2) Having an “A” grade for your brushing
3) No loose or broken appliances (brackets)
4) Wearing your elastics, head gear or other appliances as instructed (if applicable)
5) If all of the above areas are met you will receive an extra stamp.

Bonus stamps are given for:
1) No cavities at your 6mo check up with your dentist. You will need your dentist or hygienist to sign your last page in your passport
2) refer a friend and receive 20 bonus stamps!
Prizes are awarded after your first 20 stamps!
Save your stamps up or spend them along the way its up to you!

To learn more about our program ask the orthodontic technician working with you at your next appointment!

Featured Patient Review for Dr. Moles!

Our staff at Moles Orthodontics recently received a review from Jeraline, a former patient, who reminded us why we love creating warm, beautiful smiles. Here's what Jeraline had to say:

I started my orthodonic treatment 17 months ago at age 55. It was tough growing up, being called names because of unattractive teeth. When I first met Dr. Moles he assured me he could give me a "Knock-em-dead" smile. At my age, I wondered? With each visit I was able to see the progression to my final goal. His staff are professional, caring, genuinely warm people whom I have grown to admire. Appointments have little wait time if any at all. Next month I have my braces removed and I cannot wait to see how my "bucky beaver" smile has been transformed to one that I can truly love. To Dr. Moles and his staff I thank you for making a dream come true.♥‎

Talking retainers with Moles Orthodontics

If you've recently finished your treatment at Moles Orthodontics, we’d like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been removed, Drs. Moles, Sanfelippo or Ferri will provide—or have provided you—with retainers. After braces are removed, teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth in their corrected, ideal positions until the bones and gums adapt to the treatment changes. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed by one of our orthodontists is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime.

To learn more about the advantages of wearing retainers after your orthodontic treatment with Moles Orthodontics, please read this helpful article about retainers from KidsHealth or give us a call!

SureSmile at work on the Science Channel! From Moles Orthodontics

OK, this is cool. SureSmile treatment was featured on the Science Channel in 2009. The video does a great job of explaining how SureSmile treatment works, and what makes it so much more effective than traditional orthodontic treatment. At Moles Orthodontics, we love working with SureSmile technology, as it is faster and produces better results. Take a look at the video, and be sure to let our team know what you think.

Have a great rest of the week!

Hero(in)es at Moles Orthodontics!

Our office at Moles Orthodontists heroes are our clinical technicians. Our technicians work hard every day of the week. Every one of them completes many different office tasks, from helping at the front desk, to the X-ray department. There isn’t an area in the office these girls couldn’t handle. On really busy days to accommodate patients, they will work straight through without bathroom or water breaks from 8-1 and 2-5.

The most amazing thing is they have been doing this for years and years without complaints. They put the patients first, and want the best care for them. Same goes for patients who run into traffic, or are just running late -- the girls will have to double-seat patients to make sure everyone gets seen on time. That can make for one hectic day.

The girls also make the whole experience for the patients better. You really get to know them and they get to know you. You feel like you’re coming to an office where your friend works. It’s a great atmosphere, and our clinical technicians make it that way every day.

What are patients saying about Moles Orthodontics?

Recently, we had a chance to ask our patients what they liked most about Moles Orthodontics. Here's what they had to say:

"Professional atmosphere of office including attire and attitude." ~ Peter J.

"Wonderful service and very generous - also best staff I`ve seen." ~ Giuseppe A.

"Professional knowledge, professional office staff, reputable and friendly. Like the ease of checking in at the office and the access to my records, account, etc." ~ Kathleen S.

"I have been very impressed so far with the attention to detail, efficiency and technology that is in use in the practice- Time is a very important commodity- and you are mastering the use of it in daily practice and policy." ~ Kathy S.