The dog days of summer are almost upon us, and what better time for us to ask our patients’ summer plans!
Whether you’re going camping, hitting America’s great open roads, visiting our nation’s capitol, or just staying in town and hanging out, we want to know how you’re all going to spending your summer! Please feel free to share your summer plans and experiences with us below or on our Facebook page!
We look forward to reading all about your summer adventures!
When you have braces, your wires will need to be replaced with new ones regularly. It is the slow, steady pressure placed on your teeth that move them into their desired positions, so these adjustments are a vital aspect of your treatment. We have set out a specific treatment plan to achieve your optimal results, and keeping up with your appointments will allow your treatment to be completed in the predicted amount of time.
Scheduling your adjustments sooner than planned may result in more pain and discomfort, because your teeth haven’t been allowed to settle into their new positions properly. Skipping appointments or scheduling them farther apart will result in a much longer treatment time. Visiting our office regularly will also allow us to answer any questions you may have, check for damaged appliances, and monitor your progress.
If you recently completed treatment at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, we’d like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been removed, Drs. Leone & Vaughn 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 Dr. Leone & Vaughn is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime. Here are some things to remember when you receive your retainers:
* Wear your retainers full time, until Drs. Leone or Vaughn instruct otherwise. Wearing your retainers at night ensures that your pearly whites won’t relapse.
* Take your retainers out when eating...and always put retainers in their case! (Most appliances are lost in school lunch rooms or restaurants.)
* Clean retainers thoroughly once a day with a toothbrush and only a small amount of toothpaste. Use warm but not hot water.
* When retainers are not in your mouth they should ALWAYS be in a retainer case.
* Retainers are breakable, so treat them with care. If retainers are lost or broken, give us a call immediately.
* Remove retainers when swimming or during any sporting activity in which the retainers could fall out and get broken or lost (cheerleading, basketball, etc.) or when you should be wearing a mouth guard (football, soccer, etc.).
We hope this helps! You can always contact Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics if you have any questions!
We can't believe it's almost February! Each February for the past 62 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors 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 healthy teeth and gums.
For kids wearing braces, brushing and flossing can become more difficult, requiring extra time and vigilance to remove food particles that accumulate on and between the teeth and in braces. If the health of your teeth is ignored during treatment with braces, the results can be significantly compromised. Both Drs. Leone and Vaughn are available and happy to explain why effective brushing and flossing is one of the most critical actions needed from patients during orthodontic treatment. Have you visited our Madison Park or Queen Anne office lately? Give us a call and schedule an appointment!
At Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, we know having an attractive smile puts a spring in your step—or two—as well as increases your self-confidence, no matter if you’re 14 or in your late forties. Smiling not only makes people happy and puts them in a good mood, doing it often can even help you live longer, according to previous studies!
If you’ve been hiding your smile because you have crooked teeth or gaps between your teeth, it’s time to consider orthodontic treatment at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to learn how quickly and efficiently today’s most advanced correction techniques can straighten your smile!
Don’t hide your smile any longer—give us a call today to schedule yours or your child’s complimentary orthodontic consultation at our Queen Anne or Madison Park office. See you soon!
At Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, we are known for providing exceptional treatment, excellent customer service, and amazing smiles!
And speaking of smiling, in a poll conducted by Glamour Magazine earlier this year, people were asked, “If you had to pick between having perfect teeth, eyesight or hair, which would you choose?”
Well, 44 percent of folks out there chose teeth! In addition, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, or AACD, conducted a study and found that 99.7 percent of those polled believed a smile is an important social asset. Respondents said straightness, whiteness, cleanliness, as well as the sincerity and sparkle of one’s smile were all important factors not only socially, but career-wise as well.
Serving Seattle and Bellevue, Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone are your orthodontic specialists, offering Invisalign and braces for children, teens, and adults. Contact our Queen Anne or Madison Park office to schedule your complimentary consultation! See you soon!
With fall sports close to wrapping up and winter sports right around the corner, many patients here at Dr. Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics will once again pick up the ball, bring the cleats out of seasonal retirement and hit the fields for the return of sports action! During this time, however, Drs. Leone and Vaughn urge our young athletes to play it safe when out on the field. Here are a few ways to ensure your mouth’s safety this fall and winter, courtesy of our friends at the Canadian Association of Orthodontists:
1. Wear mouth guards for contact sports such as basketball, wrestling and hockey
2. Wear a helmet
3. Wear protective eyewear
4. Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
5. Be alert, even as a spectator
We hope that helps. Drs. Leone and Vaughn will both tell you protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact our Queen Anne or Madison Park office or ask us on Facebook. Stay safe!
Our team at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics is known for providing exceptional treatment, excellent customer service, and amazing smiles! Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone pride themselves on creating individualized treatment plans for each patient, using only the most effective and efficient treatment options available.
Just check out what our patients are saying about Dr. Vaughn, Dr. Leone and our orthodontic team!
"This is the most AMAZING office. Drs. Leone and Vaughn (husband and wife) as well as their staff have exceeded my expectations on so many levels. Every time I come into the office I am greeted and welcomed like a friend. I really appreciate that!. Dr. Vaughn and Dr. Leone take the time at each of my visits to explain to me my progress as well as what's to come. I always feel like I have their undivided attention. The offices are beautiful and high tech,even free wifi. I have only had my braces on for 6 months, but they look beautiful. I can't say enough about what an amazing office this is. If you are looking for exceptional care, look no further because you have found the place to be." - Tim
"My experience at Leone & Vaughn was life-changing. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to work with them. At 24 years of age I decided to get braces - I found that I wasn't smiling in photos and I was embarrassed of my teeth. I consulted with about 3 different orthodontists in the Seattle area and decided to go with L&V - I liked how comfortable and approachable both Dr. Leone and Dr. Vaughn were, the professionalism of their office, and the wide range of services and solutions offered. They are technology early-adopters which I think makes them stand apart from older offices ... The before and after pictures are incredible - I have such a great smile now and am not afraid to show it off. It's made me a happier and more self-confident person and was worth every penny. If you're looking for a great orthodontist, look no further than Leone & Vaughn. They're amazing!" - Alicia
"My experience with Leone & Vaughn was amazing. I was not sure about getting my teeth straightened, not only did they make it easy for me they worked well with my insurance and allowed me to make payments. Super professional, never kept me waiting, and flexible with my crazy schedule. I would HIGHLY recommend their services to anyone!" - Sky
Thanks to everyone who continues to write in - Your Testimonials Matter! Our biggest smile comes when our patients refer us to their family and friends. Your positive experiences shared with others is the best way to pass it forward.
If you are Google, Yelp, or CitySearch users, we would greatly appreciate you sharing your experiences there to help us increase our local "word of mouth."
At Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics we make every effort to serve Seattle, Bellevue and surrounding areas with the very best orthodontic treatment. Our doctors and team are committed to providing outstanding care and dedication to every patient. We highly value your decision to become a part of our orthodontic family. There are many things that help Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone consistently achieve great results. Some of them are:
2. Spending time and resources on continuing education to stay current and relevant
3. Training our entire team on new techniques
4. Educating our patients about the pursuit of excellence
If you or a family member has been thinking about orthodontic treatment, please give us a call at our Queen Anne or Madison Park office. We look forward to seeing you!
“Dentists, Orthodontists, they’re all the same right?” We hear our patients asking this question as they wonder about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist. Before becoming orthodontists Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone started out in dental school and earned a dental degree, just like your general dentist. After dental school however, Drs. Leone and Vaughn decided they wanted to learn more about orthodontics, which is one of nine specialties within the dental field. So they stayed in school for a few more years and became experts in orthodontics, which focuses on tooth and jaw alignment and bite problems like overbites and under bites.
Other dental specialties you may have heard of include endodontic (focusing on the soft tissue inside your teeth), periodontic (focusing on the gums and other tissues surrounding your teeth) and prosthodontic (focusing on restoring and replacing damaged teeth).
Isn’t it nice to know there are dental experts here at Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics to help you through any type of treatment your teeth, jaw and gums might need?
Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone want to know: Are you brushing and flossing daily properly during your treatment? If the answer is yes, 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 visiting Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, of course). Regular dental checkups are important for maintaining good oral health, especially during orthodontic treatment.
It's the perfect time for a visit to the dentist. Why? Because not only is October National Orthodontic Health Month, it's also National Dental Hygiene Month!
Your general dentist can check for problems that might not be seen or felt, detect cavities and early signs of decay, treat oral health problems early and show you how to properly brush and floss your teeth.
During an oral exam your dentist can check the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks and tongue. Checkups will also include a thorough teeth cleaning and polishing. If you have not been to the dentist in the last six months, let us know during your next visit and we will provide a few great references in Seattle, Bellevue or surrounding areas!
For our team at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, it’s hard to believe October is already upon us! October marks National Orthodontic Health Month, and this month-long event is organized by our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO.
We know there are many treats can cause havoc for trick-or-treaters who are going through treatment at Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics, and these treats may cause damage that could prolong your treatment time with Drs. Leone or Vaughn. The AAO recommends our patients avoid the following Halloween treats:
If you damage your braces, please give us a call immediately. Typically, small problems can be solved by giving us a call. Loose brackets or wires can usually be made more comfortable by applying some wax until you are able to come into our Madison Park or Queen Anne office.
At Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, we are known for providing exceptional treatment, excellent customer service, and amazing smiles! Our patients are the focus of everything we do, and it is our goal to create smiles that exceed their expectations.
Whether you’ve just come in for a complimentary consultation with Drs. Leone or Vaughn or your family has been visiting our office for years, we’d love to hear your feedback on our Google Places page. Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page, or here on our blog!
Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone encourage you to read the rest of the article and ask us here on our blog or during your next visit to our Queen Anne or Madison Park office. For more tips or for general questions about your ongoing dental treatment, we invite you to ask Drs. Leone or Vaughn during your next visit! We also invite you to ask us on Facebook!
These days, Americans everywhere are putting greater emphasis on health, fitness and self-improvement, and more people are seeking orthodontic treatment to improve their smile. September happens to be Self-Improvement Month, and our team at Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics know that orthodontic treatment is an investment in self-improvement that will reap benefits for a lifetime. And, recent advances in orthodontia, such as Invisalign and more effective brackets and wires, now make orthodontic treatment more palatable for many interested in obtaining that beautiful smile.
Not only does orthodontic treatment give you that beautiful smile, it can also benefit your dental and general health. If teeth are poorly aligned, removing plaque and tartar by brushing and flossing alone may be difficult. A poor bite may result in fractured or excessively worn tooth surfaces, and the extra stress caused by a poor bite may even result in problems with your jaw joints.
If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, contact our Queen Anne or Madison Park office to schedule your complimentary consultation today! We hope you all had a wonderful Labor Day weekend!
Now that many of the schools are back in session, Drs. Leone and Vaughn and our staff would like to remind all of our patients about the importance of scheduling appointments in advance. With school, clubs, sports and family duties to consider, we know that it can be challenging to find time to visit Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics this fall. In order to accommodate all of our patients’ busy schedules, it is important that you plan ahead for your appointments so that we are able to provide you with an appointment time that is convenient for you.
As always, please remember to give us advanced notice if you’re unable to make your regularly-scheduled appointment. If we receive enough notice, we might be able to schedule another patient for that time. Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule your fall appointment.
We’ll see you soon and hope summer is winding down nicely for all our patients!
At Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics, we know good dental health requires only a few minutes a day. We thought we’d provide some practical advice on how to improve your or your child’s smile between your adjustment visits at our Madison Park or Queen Anne office.
Start by brushing your teeth twice a day. Proper brushing techniques are an essential part of maintaining good oral health during your orthodontic treatment, as well as preventing gum disease. More care and time are needed to adequately brush your teeth when you are wearing braces. Brushing daily helps remove decay-causing plaque from tooth surfaces. Please consult Drs. Leone or Vaughn if you would like us to review brushing techniques with you or your child. The use of a mechanical toothbrush such as a Sonicare or Oral B can aid in removing plaque around braces. Flossing daily will also prevent plaque to build up between the teeth and prevent stains between your teeth. Research has shown the bacteria of gum disease has been linked to coronary artery disease, stroke, diabetes and memory loss. Lastly, we encourage you to throw away old toothbrushes and replace them every 2 or 3 months, or after an illness.
We hope this helps! If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact our office, ask your general dentist during your next scheduled visit! Or, ask us on Facebook!
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for Drs. Leone and Vaughn to ask our patients about their summer!
Whether you visited our nation’s capital, went on a camping trip or just stayed in Seattle and hung out with friends, we want to know how you’re all spending your summer! Please feel free to share your summer plans and experiences with us below or on our Facebook page as the summer comes to an end soon for a lot of our
patients at Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics!
We look forward to reading all about your adventures!
We hope you had a great weekend! At Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, we know true orthodontic emergencies are never convenient nor timely. If you are a patient of record, Dr. Leone or Dr. Vaughn (and our team) are committed to your dental health and are more than willing to see you after hours or over the weekend. As a general rule, you should call the office when you experience severe pain or when you have a painful appliance problem that you can’t take care of yourself. We’ll be able to schedule an appointment to resolve the problem. If you have a orthodontic emergency after regular office hours, please give us a call. If you are calling us after hours, please follow the emergency prompts to contact our team at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics.
You might be surprised to learn that you may be able to temporarily solve many problems yourself until you visit our Madison Park or Queen Anne office.
If you're brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing during your orthodontic treatment at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, that’s great! But, don’t forget that it’s also important to visit your general dentist every six months in addition to your visits to our Madison Park or Queen Anne offices. Regular dental checkups are important for maintaining good oral health. Your dentist can:
• Check for problems that might not be seen or felt
• Detect cavities and early signs of decay
• Treat oral health problems early
• Show you how to properly brush and floss your teeth
During an oral exam the doctor will check the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks and tongue. Checkups will also include a thorough teeth cleaning and polishing. If you have not been to the dentist in the last six months, it’s definitely time to schedule an appointment! If you don't have a general dentist, just ask us - Drs. Leone & Vaughn both know plenty of great dentists in the greater Seattle area!
Whether you just began your orthodontic treatment and have a follow-up question for Dr. Leone or Dr. Vaughn, or if you’d simply like to drop us a quick line, we'd love to hear from you! We love connecting with our patients online, whether it’s by sharing news on our blog or communicating ideas on our interactive Facebook fan page.
With summer in full force, our team at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics thought today would be a great time to remind all our young athletes in treatment to take care of both their mouth and appliances while participating in sports - especially contact sports - this summer.
Only by using a mouth guard can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. The next time you're in for a visit with Drs. Leone and Vaughn, we encourage you to ask us for a mouth guard! In addition, the American Association of Orthodontists has five quick tips for keeping kids safe during sport activities.
• Wear a helmet
• Stretch before and after a game or practice
• Wear protective eyewear
• Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
• Be observant, even as a spectator
We hope you're enjoying your summer, and invite you all to share your summer photos on our Facebook page!
We hope you’re having a great week and a great summer so far! If you are planning on traveling with family this summer or think you might not be able to make it to your scheduled appointment with Drs. Leone or Vaughn, please let us know ahead of time so that we may be able to accommodate you, as well as schedule another patient at that appointment time.
Also, we ask that you give us a call and and let us know if you have any new phone numbers or if your contact information has changed! Please call us with any updates to phone numbers and addresses, so we may be able to reach you. Thank you! Enjoy the rest of your week!
June is here, so our team at Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics thought we’d tell you June is National Smile Month, and a good time to remind all our patients to practice good oral hygiene between your visits to our convenient Queen Anne or Madison Park offices, as well as your general dentist to avoid cavities and gum disease, among other dental health issues.
That means you too, parents! After all, there's more and more evidence that suggests folks with gum disease are more at risk for serious health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and strokes.
Below are a few simple steps you can take to improve your oral health so that you may celebrate National Smile Month for many, many years to come:
* Brush at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
* Floss everyday to clean between your teeth and braces.
* Reduce your intake of sugary foods and drinks during your orthodontic treatment
* Visit your dentist regularly (every 6 months or as recommended by your dentist)!
If you have questions about any of these tips, we encourage you to give us a call, ask Drs. Leone or Vaughn during your next visit. Or, you may ask us on Facebook!
Drs. Leone and Vaughn were recently asked, "How do you put your patients at ease? How do you make your patients' orthodontic treatment easier?"
At Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics we pride ourselves in taking the time with each and everyone of our patients. This entails a complete and detailed explanation of treatment and procedures at each visit, we take the time to listen to our patients. We believe that we are building relationships and treating our patients as our family. Drs. Leone and Vaughn partner with your other dental professionals to ensure that you receive the best possible care. We understand our patients lead busy lives, we offer many convenient appointment times starting at 7 a.m. We have a special play area for our younger patients equipped with books, puzzles, games and movies. There are also handheld video games available.
Both Drs. Leone and Vaughn are committed to excellence in the care that they provide and in doing so implement the latest technological advances in dentistry. In our office we offer Invisalign, the clear alternative to braces, SureSmile, a revolutionary orthodontic treatment that delivers great smiles in less time and GAC innovation brackets, a self-ligating system that has less friction than traditional braces. We want to make your time at Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics as comfortable as possible. We offer wireless internet access, a coffee bar with an assortment of teas, cider and hot chocolate.
Lastly, as a way to reward our patients for their achievements and thank them in different ways, we have a smile rewards program. At each visit our patients are awarded points to their rewards card those points can then be redeemed for gift cards of their choice.
We’d like to know: What is it about our Queen Anne or Madison Park office that makes you comfortable or puts you at ease? Is it something about our pleasant office environment? Our friendly staff? Perhaps it's something about Drs. Leone or Vaughn that you enjoy the most?
Great question, thank you! Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit our Queen Anne or Madison Park offices for a consultation, only to discover treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven?
That’s right—seven.
Ok, so what’s so great about age seven, you ask? Enough permanent teeth have arrived for Drs. Leone and Vaughn to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or what Drs. Leone and Vaughn call “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites and open bites can be detected.
Orthodontic evaluation at an early age provides one of two positive outcomes: For some, early identification or problems will lead to easier or shorter orthodontic treatment in the future. For others, a healthy prognosis will provide immediate peace of mind.
Early evaluation, of course, may signal a need for early treatment. For some children, early treatment can prevent physical and emotional trauma. Aside from spurring on years of harmful teasing, misaligned teeth are also prone to injury and are detrimental to good oral hygiene. So, if your child is nearing his or her seventh birthday, please give us a call to schedule a complimentary consultation.
Great question! There are a variety of foods Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone would like for you to avoid while you're wearing braces. Some foods can occasionally damage braces, but certain foods can bend the wires or even break the brackets on your braces! If you’re wearing braces, you should avoid starch, sugar and gummy foods, as these foods can be difficult to remove during brushing. Foods that are high in sugar and starch tend to cause plaque, cavities and even tooth decay.
Avoid tough meats, hard breads and raw vegetables such as carrots and celery. Before long, you'll be able to bite a cucumber again. But you'll need to protect your orthodontic appliances when you eat for as long as you're wearing braces.
Foods you should definitely avoid:
• Chewy foods: bagels, hard rolls, licorice
• Crunchy foods: popcorn, ice, chips
• Sticky foods: caramels, gum
• Hard foods: nuts, candy
• Foods you have to bite into: corn on the cob, apples, carrots
• Chewing on hard things (for example, pens, pencils or fingernails) can damage the braces. Damaged braces will cause treatment to take longer.
If you have any questions on which foods you should be avoiding and why, we invite you to give us a call, ask us on Facebook or ask our team during your next visit at our Queen Anne or Madison Park office!
At Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, we are known for providing exceptional treatment, excellent customer service, and amazing smiles! Our patients are the focus of everything we do, and it is our goal to create smiles that exceed their expectations.
One of our commitments is meeting with you to help you explore all or the options available to you or your child. We offer complimentary consultations for those interested in orthodontic treatment. During this time, you'll have time reserved with Drs. Leone and Vaughn, who will assess your particular needs as well as discuss treatment options available and answer any questions you may have. We place a high value on making sure you have complete information before beginning treatment.
If you have been thinking about obtaining the dazzling smile you’ve always wanted, we invite you to give us a call at one of our convenient offices in Queen Anne or Madison Park.
Watch as Valentine talks about her treatment at Leone and Vaughn Orthodontics. Valentine, who underwent Invisalign treatment at our office, says her "results are great," and we couldn't agree more!
Contact our Queen Anne or Madison Park office to schedule your complimentary consultation today! And be sure to check out more happy patients who got their braces off on our official YouTube channel!
Last week, you may remember, our team at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics asked you what you liked most about our offices. Well, we received some wonderful feedback and thought we'd share it with you all! Check out what patients are saying about Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics!
"My experience with Leone & Vaughn was amazing. I was not sure about getting my teeth straightened, not only did they make it easy for me they worked well with my insurance and allowed me to make payments. Super professional, never kept me waiting, and flexible with my crazy schedule. I would HIGHLY recommend their services to anyone!" ~ Sky O.
"This is simply the best example of excellent work, professionalism, and patient oriented practice. Both Drs. Leone and Vaughn are exceptionally nice and they created an environment that reflects that. The staff are really gentle and knowledgeable of what they're doing on top of being attentive and pleasant. I'm done with treatment and if I had to do this again I would not go anywhere else." ~ Shawn M.
"Beautiful office, located close to me and such a friendly staff! Both the Dr's are great. I had ortho as an adult which I was worried about but you could hardly see them! I highly recommend this office or their Madison Park location." ~ Mandy J.
"I just got my braces off and I could not be happier with the results!!! At first I hated the fact that I had to get braces, I wanted nothing to do with metal in my mouth or any of other factors that go into the orthodontic process. But immediately after my first visit to Leone and Vaughn I quickly change my mind! With their awesome, friendly staff and convenient locations I was able make it to my appointments while also finding parking. I refer as many people as I can to Dr.'s Leone and Vaughn because I want everyone else with braces to feel the exact same way I do! If you are thinking about braces or any orthodontic work then please, schedule a consult with L&V Ortho and I promise you will be more than satisfied with your decision!" ~ L.S.
From your very first visit to Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, Drs. Gregory Vaughn and Paola Leone & team strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by our work? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your new smile?
Whether you’ve just come in for a complimentary consultation with Drs. Leone or Vaughn or your family has been visiting our office for years, we’d love to hear your feedback. Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page , here on our blog or by giving us a call!
With spring here, many of our patients at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics will once again pick up the ball, bring the bat out of seasonal retirement, and lace up their cleats to hit the fields for the return of spring sports! April is National Facial Protection Month, and during this time, Drs. Leone & Vaughn urge our young athletes to play it safe when out on the field. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults will have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events this year.
Here are a few ways to ensure your mouth’s safety this spring, courtesy of our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists:
1. Wear mouth guards for contact sports such as baseball, softball, soccer and lacrosse.
2. Wear a helmet
3. Wear protective eyewear
4. Wear a face shield to avoid scratched or bruised skin
5. Be alert, even as a spectator
We hope that helps. Protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please give us a call. Stay safe and have fun!
At Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics, we know braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Both Drs. Leone & Vaughn will tell you that anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic treatment, whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early.
To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation as early as age seven. If a problem is evident, taking action early can spare a lot of treatment and expense down the road.
And if you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, don’t worry! You’re never too old for a beautiful smile at Leone & Vaughn Orthodontics. Set up an appointment for a consultation and find out how orthodontics will transform your smile, as well as your life!
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