Ask Dr. Ginsberg: Why is it so important to have straight teeth?

Some people wonder why Dr. Ginsberg and his team work so hard to give our patients straight teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime.

Straight teeth are less prone to decay, because they collect less plaque—the sticky colorless substance that forms on our teeth and leads to tooth decay; and they are easier to keep clean!

If you’re wondering whether your teeth might cause problems because they are out of alignment, give us a call to set up a consultation. Dr. Ginsberg and team can help you decide whether or not you will benefit from orthodontic treatment.

Happy New Year from the entire team at Gerald Ginsberg D.D.S.

Happy Holidays from Dr. Ginsberg and team!

The holidays are here, and as Dr. Ginsberg and his team reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask you, our wonderful patients: What do you love about the holidays? Being with your loved ones? 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 safe and warm, and don’t forget to stay away from those sweets!

--The team at Gerald Ginsberg Orthodontics

Who can benefit from Invisalign®? Dr. Ginsberg has the answer...

Part of what makes Invisalign work is that it's available for just about everyone, Dr. Ginsberg says. To find out if you are the right candidate for Invisalign treatment, the first thing Dr. Ginsberg and his team do is to take an impression of your teeth as they are now and digitize it. Using special software, we look at the current positioning of your teeth and compare it to the way your teeth should look.

Next we use special software to map out the exact path your teeth will take from the beginning of your treatment to the end. Based on the results, a set of custom aligners are created just for your teeth. Throughout the course of treatment, you will be required to wear these clear, removable aligners one at a time; each one moving your teeth closer and closer to their final, perfectly aligned position. And since the aligners are virtually invisible, nobody around you will even know you are wearing braces!

Dr. Ginsberg is a certified Invisalign provider. If you have questions about Invisalign, or would like to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment, give us a call!

Patient reviews for Dr. Ginsberg

Dr. Ginsberg and his team love getting patient reviews. And lately, our office, which serves Phoenixville, Plymouth Meeting and surrounding areas, has been getting some pretty great testimonials! We thought we'd share some with you today! Happy Tuesday!

"What's not to like! He is professional (always very busy) but very kind and considerate. His staff is fantastic!!!!! We are extremly pleased with all services received thus far!!! Thank you very much!" ~ Maria D.

"The office staff is fabulous. I recommend you to everyone. My family and friends always comment on the results my daughter achieved. It took 4 years, but we never felt rushed about getting her braces off. Thanks again." ~ Rhonda P.

"Everyone was very nice and professional. Any questions I had were answered and appointments were on time without a long wait." ~ Colleen K.

"Very knowledgeable and open. Dr. Ginsberg explained the treatment plan and period in detail. Flexible communication options, such as online accounts, text messsaging, etc. are in line with busy schedules." ~ Robert T.

"The practice is extremely organized and gets results. They are wonderful with the kids and make sure they understand what is happening step by step. This eliminates any anxieties or fears. The experience is actually fun for the kids most of the time. All of the employees seem to be in sync with each other and there never appears to be any tension. It's a team atmosphere and it shows from the moment you walk through the door." ~ Scott W.

Ways to stay young & healthy, from Dr. Ginsberg

Whether you’re five or 50, your health depends on your awareness of what’s good for you. But in a world filled with fad diets, blaring advertisements, and unintelligible ingredient lists, we at Gerald Ginsberg Orthodontics know it can be difficult to determine exactly what is good for you – and what’s not.

For straightforward guidance on how to live a long, healthy life, we recommend Brush Your Teeth! And Other Simple Ways to Stay Young and Healthy by Dr. David Ostreicher. The book sums up good health in six fundamental principles: hygiene, diet, attitude, exercise, sleep and personal safety.

Drawing on nearly three decades of experience as an orthodontist and professor of health and nutrition, Dr. Ostreicher definitively answers age-old debates, like the best way to prevent colds and flu (your mom was right: wash your hands). He provides straight talk on a variety of diet choices including salt, fats, carbs and organic food, and he documents the importance of regular sleep, stress reduction and positive thinking to your overall health. His suggestions throughout are simple, clear, and inexpensive.

Dr. Ostreicher advocates a back-to-basics, common-sense approach to staying young and healthy. We at Gerald Ginsberg Orthodontics couldn’t agree more, and we’d like to repeat the title of his book as our favorite piece of advice: don’t forget to Brush Your Teeth!

Who benefits from braces? Everybody, says Dr. Ginsberg

Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore, says Dr. Ginsberg. Anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic care; whether it is 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 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.

If you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, don’t worry! You’re never too old for a beautiful smile. Set up an appointment for a consultation and find out how adult orthodontics will transform your smile, and your life!

--Dr. Ginsberg and team

Meet the Orthodontist

Dr. Ginsberg always enjoys seeing all the smiles on his patients’ faces when they successfully complete their orthodontic treatments. He considers it an honor that patients come to him for their treatments, and he feels fortunate to have the opportunity to send so many wonderful smiles out into the world!

Before becoming an orthodontist, Dr. Ginsberg attended the University of Pennsylvania for his undergraduate studies, as well as spent a year at the University of Poitiers in France. He went on to graduate from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Ginsberg received his orthodontic certification from the American Association of Orthodontists, and he became a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

Dr. Ginsberg’s goal is to give his patients a fun, educational, beneficial orthodontic experience, resulting in a smile that they are excited to share! Because of his dedication to the industry and his never-ending commitment to his patients, he has been recognized by the orthodontic community as one of the best orthodontists in his area. Dr. Ginsberg was the Case Shout-out winner at the 2006 Invisalign Summit and was voted "Best Orthodontist" by Main Line Life and "Among the Best Orthodontists" by Main Line Today.