Tavarez Orthodontics want to know: What are you up to in February?

It may still be a bit chilly out there, but the fact remains: we’re only a month away from spring! Dr. Kathleen Tavarez and our team at Tavarez Orthodontics want to know: What are you doing in February? What have you accomplished so far this year? Are you keeping up with your New Year’s Resolution? Got any exciting spring break plans?

If you have any photos or videos that you would like to share with us, please send them our way or call one of our offices and ask how! Have a great weekend!

At Tavarez Orthodontics, easy access to your account information

Access to your account, 24/7. Sounds really convenient, doesn’t it?

Patients at Tavarez Orthodontics enjoy access to their account 24 hours a day, seven days a week—on our web site. You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, all from the comfort of your own home! You can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages! Just see what some of Dr. Tavarez‘s patients are saying about this innovative service:

"I could look at the progress of my son's teeth with comparing all the pictures and x-rays taken over the years!" ~ Jack B.

"Financials, nice to see the balance. Also nice to see & confirm next appointments." ~ Andrea S.

"Immediate access to information." ~ Grace C.

"It seems that Dr. Tavarez's office is far more advanced than other offices when it comes to using technology to further her practice." ~ Monika G.

You, too, may sign up for this convenient service on our web site by clicking the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please give us a call if you have any questions!

Ask Dr. Tavarez: When is my child due for a checkup?

Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Tavarez Orthodontics, 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?

Ok, what’s so great about age seven, you ask? Enough permanent teeth have arrived for Dr. Tavarez 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 Dr. Tavarez calls “bad bite.” 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, give us a call at Tavarez Orthodontics to schedule an appointment.

Tackling sports injuries with Dr. Kathleen Tavarez

Wouldn’t you believe it, it’s almost springtime! The spring months, however, bring an increase in outdoor activities and a greater chance of damaging your precious mouth and pearly whites. If you play sports such as baseball and soccer, it's important that you consult Dr. Tavarez for special precautions. A protective mouth guard is advised for playing contact spring sports. In case of any accident involving the face, check your mouth and the appliances immediately. If teeth are loosened or the appliances damaged, please schedule an appointment with Tavarez Orthodontics.

Only by using a mouth guard and other forms of facial protection can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. Please give us a call if you have any questions about mouth guards or your treatment at Tavarez Orthodontics.