Dr. Kathleen Tavarez, helping you save face this spring

You may remember that in February, Dr. Tavarez and team discussed the importance of wearing a mouth guard while participating in sports activities. Today, we thought we'd follow-up by sharing a helpful video about the benefits of protecting your mouth. After all, April - which is only a day away - happens to be National Facial Protection Month. 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.

Above is a helpful video from our friends at the AAO about staying safe on the ball field this spring. Protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. If you have any further questions about any of the tips offered in the video, please contact Tavarez Orthodontics. And remember to have fun and stay safe!

Invisalign Elite Premier Provider in Menlo Park and San Carlos, Calif.

While you probably know that we offer Invisalign treatment at Tavarez Orthodontics, did you know that Dr. Kathleen Tavarez is an Invisalign Elite Premier Provider?

You're probably thinking: Ok, so what does this certification mean?

Dr. Tavarez is specially trained in the Invisalign system of clear removable aligners, and has had extensive experience working with the system with his patients. Elite Premier Providers like Dr. Tavarez have achieved the highest level of experience with the Invisalign system, and are the top 1% of Invisalign providers in the entire country!

If you are considering the Invisalign system, give us a call at our convenient Menlo Park or San Carlos locations to schedule a consultation. During this appointment we can work with you to determine if the Invisalign system is right for you!

Getting social with Tavarez Orthodontics

At Tavarez Orthodontics, we embrace technology, whether it’s through the innovative orthodontic treatments Dr. Tavarez offers, or our Facebook fan page. As you can probably tell, we love connecting with our patients online, whether it’s by sharing news on our blog or communicating ideas on our fan page. For social media to work, we understand that conversation is vital, and that’s why we invite you to join in and tell us what’s on your mind. Although social networks are hugely popular these days, we know they’re unpredictable and ever-changing.

While Dr. Tavarez and our dedicated staff take a little time to research how to best use social media, we thought we’d ask you, our loyal patients: How would you like us to use our social networks? What would you like us to share on our blog? Please post your thoughts or give us a call at 650-329-9600!

Ask Dr. Tavarez: Am I too old for braces?

Who’s afraid of “metal mouth” and the appearance of braces? Not adults, apparently. Recently, our staff at Tavarez Orthodontics read a fascinating statistic: adults getting braces has jumped 24 percent from just 14 years ago! Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong, healthy and perfectly-aligned, but perhaps another reason for the spike in adult braces is this: cosmetics. In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, and at a time when evenly-aligned teeth might be the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing to invest in orthodontics. Did you know one of every five patients in orthodontic treatment is over 21? Orthodontic treatment with Dr. Kathleen Tavarez can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, Dr. Tavarez would love to have you visit for a consultation. Give us a call to set one up!

Happy Thursday!

Dr. Kathleen Tavarez, helping distinguish the myths and facts about orthodontics

Dr. Kathleen Tavarez knows there are quite a few myths about orthodontists circulating around these days. But before you buy into those myths, she thinks you should get the facts! Our team at Tavarez Orthodontics came across a great site that helps set the record straight. Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists have some excellent information on the myths and facts of orthodontics. We encourage you to check them out today!

If you have any questions about orthodontics or your treatment here at Tavarez Othodontics, feel free to give us a call.