Ask Dr. Ginsberg: How can Invisalign® benefit my oral health?

When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign is so different than traditional braces. There are more reasons to smile about Invisalign with Dr. Ginsberg than you may know. Invisalign is a series of removable aligners that are nearly invisible, and besides straightening your teeth, can improve your oral health.

Here’s how:

Healthy gums: Straight teeth allow a close fit for gums. This lessens the gum stress that is caused by crowded or widely spaced teeth, thus also reducing red and swollen gums.

Easy cleaning: Invisalign is removable, therefore brushing and flossing is easier and you are able to maintain a healthy mouth. These habits are vital to avoiding tooth decay, plaque and even gum disease.

Improved speech and chewing: Properly-aligned teeth don’t have the discomfort or compound speech impediments that can be caused by crowded teeth or a deteriorating jawbone.

If you have any questions about Invisalign, just ask Dr. Ginsberg the next time you’re in for an appointment. Or, you may post your question on our Facebook page! You can also read this article for more information on Invisalign and your oral health.

Dr. Ginsberg supports Style 'N Smile!

The Style 'N Smile fashion show, sponsored by the American Association of Orthodontics, or AAO, promotes self esteem, while displaying the newest back to school fashions. Most importantly, the fashion show emphasizes how a beautiful, healthy smile never goes out of style. To learn more about the Style 'N Smile fashion show, take a look at this short video clip from 90210 pop culture icon Jennie Garth.

With cutting edge treatment options, Dr. Ginsberg and our team has what it takes to make you smile! Dr. Ginsberg is a Diplomate on the American Board of Orthodontics. Give us a call today if you have any questions about the Style 'N Smile fashion show, or if you would like to schedule your consultation!

Have you visited our Phoenixville, PA office yet?

Have you had a chance to tour our Phoenixville, PA office yet? If not, take a minute to watch this great video that was filmed by Dr. Ginsberg and our team! Give us a call today to schedule your next appointment at our Phoenixville, PA office! Have a great weekend everyone!

-Gerald Ginsberg, DDS

Ask Dr. Ginsberg: What’s so bad about nail biting?

Everyone has heard that biting your nails is an awful habit, but you many wonder- really- what’s so bad about it? Recently, our team at Gerald Ginsberg, DDS found an interesting article that discusses how nail biting affects your oral health.

Nail biting, also known as Onychophagia, is a common habit and is generally triggered by stress, often decreasing with age. That being said, nail biting is unsanitary, unattractive, and unhealthy for your teeth!

Here’s why:

• It’s unsanitary. Your nails are dirty, almost twice as dirty as your fingers! Hence, biting your nails is just asking for germs and bacteria.

• No good things come to your teeth. Nail biting causes your teeth to constantly be chewing, which is not good for them. This excessive motion wears your teeth down faster than a non-nail biter’s and puts a large amount of stress on your front teeth- contributing to teeth misalignment.

• Braces don’t love it either. Braces already put pressure on teeth, nail biting ads unnecessary pressure, further stressing your teeth and weakening their roots.

• It can be costly. Nail biting can result in up to $4,000 in additional dental bills over one lifetime, according to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). Yikes!

What can you do about it?

Now that you know how harmful nail biting can be, it’s time to take action to break your nail biting habit. Try to be conscious of your fingernails and to keep them looking good- this will help you resist the temptation. Ask Dr. Ginsberg or visit this article for tips on how to break a nail biting habit.

Good luck!

-Dr. Ginsberg and team