Before & after braces. Though having braces is a common experience for children and teens, many are nervous because they do not know what they should expect. Whether your child chooses traditional metal braces or clear Invisalign, the process still involves the same basic idea of slowly moving the teeth into proper alignment. Here are answers to many of the questions that your child might ask about the process of getting orthodontic braces. In this article, we’ll show you What your child should expect before and after braces. Let’s get cracking.
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This is a rapidly changing situation and new updates come out frequently. We are closely monitoring the CDC, Tennessee State Government, and recommendations from the Tennessee Dental Association. As we get more information, we will announce our date to reopen.
What if I Have an Appointment Next Week?
Although our physical office is closed, we are doing our best to remain accessible digitally. If you have an appointment between now and April 30th, someone from our team will contact you to check in. At that time they will also reschedule your appointment so you will have a time reserved. We are still seeing patients who have orthodontic emergencies and can make accommodations to see you in the office if necessary. If you have questions, please email [email protected].
What do I do about myself or my child who is in braces?
For our patients in braces, we recommend that you do your best to maintain excellent oral hygiene and take care of the braces. We have created a YouTube video that provides further instructions as well.
If I Am an Invisalign Patient, Should I Keep Changing Out my Trays?
We have updated our guidance for Invisalign patients. The decision for how to proceed depends on where you are in your treatment.
For patients who are somewhere in the middle of treatment, and do not have any Interproximal Reduction scheduled, please proceed with regular week changes, as long as the aligners are fitting perfectly.
For patients who do have Interproximal Reduction prescribed in your treatment, the doctors request that you stop advancing through the aligners, and stay in the existing aligner. One of the doctors will do their best to reach you to review the instructions. We have provided more detailed instructions in the following YouTube video:
For patients who are near the end of their set of aligners or will run out of aligners while the office remains closed, please review the instructions in the following YouTube video.
While our office remains closed we are working to schedule virtual appointments for Invisalign patients to make sure things are progressing smoothly. If you have questions whether or not the aligners are fitting, please email us at [email protected] and we will contact you.
What if I am in Invisalign and Need New Trays?
If you have reached the end of the set of aligners, please reach out to us at [email protected] and we will contact you to make a plan. We will likely ask you to stay in your last aligner until we are able to see you in the office for a new digital impression. If we have additional aligners for you in the office, we will attempt to ship them to you.
What if I have an Emergency?
Please call the office emergency number (615) 815-7980 and we will see if we can handle it over the phone. If a visit to the office is required, we will make arrangements to meet you there.
What if I Lose my Retainer?
Until we reopen, we are not able to see patients to take impressions (digital or regular) to make a new retainer. If you have your tooth model, contact us and we can possibly make a new one and mail it to you. Please contact us at [email protected] to see which type of retainer you are in or if you can go back to a previous Invisalign tray.
What if I Have a Wire Poking?
First we suggest taking a look at the video on our YouTube page that covers this.
Dry the area off with a paper towel. Place a small amount of orthodontic wax over the part of the wire that is protruding. If the wire has become bent at the end, you can try using tweezers or a pencil eraser to adjust it, or a pair of nail scissors to clip the wire.
How Can I Get in Touch with You?
For now, the best way to contact us is to email [email protected] and we will answer as soon as possible. You can also message us on Facebook or Instagram @gluckorthodontics. Or, you can call the office emergency phone at 615-815-7980 and leave a message.
We appreciate your patience and are trying our best to stay in close contact with our patients and their families. We will update you frequently here as we know more about the upcoming days. In the meantime, enjoy time with your family and stay safe!
We believe it’s important to provide information to our patients and their families at this time, given there is so much concern regarding the recent outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19). It is still cold and flu season, so this note applies to these more common viruses as well. We are monitoring information from the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local officials.
Our patient’s health and safety is of the utmost importance at Gluck Orthodontics. In order to keep our office safe for our team and all of our patients and their families, we ask that you let us know if you or any family members have experienced any of the following: fever, cold/flu symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, or chills, or have been in contact with anyone who has either a laboratory-confirmed diagnosis of Coronavirus (COVID-19) or has a history of travel to a Coronavirus-affected geographic area within the last 14 days. Please call our office at (615)-269-5903 and we will be happy to work with you on rescheduling your appointment or making other arrangements.
To those of you who visit our office for a regular appointment, we ask that you please wash your hands upon arrival using our toothbrushing-area sink. Please know that our team is working hard to follow proper OSHA Universal Precautions in order to keep our office clean and disinfected. We focus on our clinical and non-clinical areas to ensure that all areas of the office receive attention throughout the day.
The health and safety of our patients and team is our top priority. Please reach out to us at (615)-269-5903 with any questions.
Invisalign is unique. Poor teeth alignment or malocclusion is an issue that has affected several individuals for a long time now. For several years, metal braces have been used, yet they are not exactly a favorite of most young individuals. The silver spotlight on the teeth is something that many people hate. However, the need to have straight teeth has always been worth the sacrifice. In this post, we’ll show you What Makes Invisalign Unique. Let’s get started.
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Massaging Invisalign aligners. As the years progress, there has been an increasing number of children and teenagers who opt for the Invisalign system to straighten their teeth. Contrary to traditional braces, Invisalign offers increased comfort, appearance, and safety for many patients. This revolutionary system uses many sets of Invisalign aligners and attachments to position the teeth in the correct position. In this post, we’ll show you the art of massaging Invisalign aligners on teeth. Let’s get doing!
Need Braces? Having Teeth removed is commonly expected as a solution for a tooth that cannot be saved. However, tooth extraction is a common practice in the field of orthodontics. When a patient needs braces, orthodontists weigh the pros and cons of removing teeth. In this post, we’ll show you alternatives to having teeth removed. Let’s get started.
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Whether you’re visiting family or friends, or you’ve just always wanted to see Nashville, 2020 is the year to do it. There are things going on in town ranging from the historical to the epicurean and from the musical to the arts and crafts. You’ll see nature at its most stunning as well as having a chance to check out medical conferences or shows. In this post, we’ll show you how to navigate the Nashville Tennessee events scene. Let’s get cracking.
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If you are considering braces for either yourself or someone you love, it is perfectly natural to wonder about the possible side effects: will it be painful? How much maintenance is required? Also, will it cause me to speak differently? In this post, we’ll show the lowdown on the difficulty in speech with braces. Let’s get cracking.
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This is a very common question we receive when patients come in for a consultation. Most of the time, they are a young adult who had braces as a child, did not wear a retainer for a while, and have had some teeth shifting. So can retainers correct tooth shifting? That completely depends on the amount of shifting and which teeth have moved. In this post, we’ll answer the question ‘can retainers fix a slight shift of teeth?’ Let’s get cracking.
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/0 Comments/in Braces /by joelgluckBefore & after braces. Though having braces is a common experience for children and teens, many are nervous because they do not know what they should expect. Whether your child chooses traditional metal braces or clear Invisalign, the process still involves the same basic idea of slowly moving the teeth into proper alignment. Here are answers to many of the questions that your child might ask about the process of getting orthodontic braces. In this article, we’ll show you What your child should expect before and after braces. Let’s get cracking.
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Coronavirus FAQ – Gluck Orthodontics
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We are Open
UPDATE: 25 January 2021.
When Will You Be Open?
This is a rapidly changing situation and new updates come out frequently. We are closely monitoring the CDC, Tennessee State Government, and recommendations from the Tennessee Dental Association. As we get more information, we will announce our date to reopen.
What if I Have an Appointment Next Week?
Although our physical office is closed, we are doing our best to remain accessible digitally. If you have an appointment between now and April 30th, someone from our team will contact you to check in. At that time they will also reschedule your appointment so you will have a time reserved. We are still seeing patients who have orthodontic emergencies and can make accommodations to see you in the office if necessary. If you have questions, please email [email protected].
What do I do about myself or my child who is in braces?
For our patients in braces, we recommend that you do your best to maintain excellent oral hygiene and take care of the braces. We have created a YouTube video that provides further instructions as well.
If you have any specific questions, please email [email protected]
If I Am an Invisalign Patient, Should I Keep Changing Out my Trays?
We have updated our guidance for Invisalign patients. The decision for how to proceed depends on where you are in your treatment.
While our office remains closed we are working to schedule virtual appointments for Invisalign patients to make sure things are progressing smoothly. If you have questions whether or not the aligners are fitting, please email us at [email protected] and we will contact you.
What if I am in Invisalign and Need New Trays?
If you have reached the end of the set of aligners, please reach out to us at [email protected] and we will contact you to make a plan. We will likely ask you to stay in your last aligner until we are able to see you in the office for a new digital impression. If we have additional aligners for you in the office, we will attempt to ship them to you.
What if I have an Emergency?
Please call the office emergency number (615) 815-7980 and we will see if we can handle it over the phone. If a visit to the office is required, we will make arrangements to meet you there.
What if I Lose my Retainer?
Until we reopen, we are not able to see patients to take impressions (digital or regular) to make a new retainer. If you have your tooth model, contact us and we can possibly make a new one and mail it to you. Please contact us at [email protected] to see which type of retainer you are in or if you can go back to a previous Invisalign tray.
What if I Have a Wire Poking?
First we suggest taking a look at the video on our YouTube page that covers this.
Dry the area off with a paper towel. Place a small amount of orthodontic wax over the part of the wire that is protruding. If the wire has become bent at the end, you can try using tweezers or a pencil eraser to adjust it, or a pair of nail scissors to clip the wire.
How Can I Get in Touch with You?
For now, the best way to contact us is to email [email protected] and we will answer as soon as possible. You can also message us on Facebook or Instagram @gluckorthodontics. Or, you can call the office emergency phone at 615-815-7980 and leave a message.
We appreciate your patience and are trying our best to stay in close contact with our patients and their families. We will update you frequently here as we know more about the upcoming days. In the meantime, enjoy time with your family and stay safe!
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Coronavirus Update
/0 Comments/in Community /by joelgluckDear Patients and Families of Gluck Orthodontics,
We believe it’s important to provide information to our patients and their families at this time, given there is so much concern regarding the recent outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19). It is still cold and flu season, so this note applies to these more common viruses as well. We are monitoring information from the Center of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local officials.
Our patient’s health and safety is of the utmost importance at Gluck Orthodontics. In order to keep our office safe for our team and all of our patients and their families, we ask that you let us know if you or any family members have experienced any of the following: fever, cold/flu symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, or chills, or have been in contact with anyone who has either a laboratory-confirmed diagnosis of Coronavirus (COVID-19) or has a history of travel to a Coronavirus-affected geographic area within the last 14 days. Please call our office at (615)-269-5903 and we will be happy to work with you on rescheduling your appointment or making other arrangements.
To those of you who visit our office for a regular appointment, we ask that you please wash your hands upon arrival using our toothbrushing-area sink. Please know that our team is working hard to follow proper OSHA Universal Precautions in order to keep our office clean and disinfected. We focus on our clinical and non-clinical areas to ensure that all areas of the office receive attention throughout the day.
The health and safety of our patients and team is our top priority. Please reach out to us at (615)-269-5903 with any questions.
Sincerely,
Dr. Gluck and Dr. Jono
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Massaging Invisalign Aligners on Teeth | 2021 FACT SHEET
/0 Comments/in Invisliagn /by joelgluckMassaging Invisalign aligners. As the years progress, there has been an increasing number of children and teenagers who opt for the Invisalign system to straighten their teeth. Contrary to traditional braces, Invisalign offers increased comfort, appearance, and safety for many patients. This revolutionary system uses many sets of Invisalign aligners and attachments to position the teeth in the correct position. In this post, we’ll show you the art of massaging Invisalign aligners on teeth. Let’s get doing!
Read more
Teeth Removed | Is it needed in 2021? | FAST FACTS HERE
/0 Comments/in Orthodontics /by joelgluckNeed Braces? Having Teeth removed is commonly expected as a solution for a tooth that cannot be saved. However, tooth extraction is a common practice in the field of orthodontics. When a patient needs braces, orthodontists weigh the pros and cons of removing teeth. In this post, we’ll show you alternatives to having teeth removed. Let’s get started.
Read more
Nashville Tennessee USA | AMAZING EVENTS in 2020
/1 Comment/in Community, events, General Articles /by joelgluckWhether you’re visiting family or friends, or you’ve just always wanted to see Nashville, 2020 is the year to do it. There are things going on in town ranging from the historical to the epicurean and from the musical to the arts and crafts. You’ll see nature at its most stunning as well as having a chance to check out medical conferences or shows. In this post, we’ll show you how to navigate the Nashville Tennessee events scene. Let’s get cracking.
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Difficulty in Speech with Braces in 2021 | FAST FACTS
/0 Comments/in Braces /by joelgluckIf you are considering braces for either yourself or someone you love, it is perfectly natural to wonder about the possible side effects: will it be painful? How much maintenance is required? Also, will it cause me to speak differently? In this post, we’ll show the lowdown on the difficulty in speech with braces. Let’s get cracking.
Read more
Can Retainers Fix a Slight Shift of Teeth? | FAST FACTS 2021
/0 Comments/in Braces /by joelgluckThis is a very common question we receive when patients come in for a consultation. Most of the time, they are a young adult who had braces as a child, did not wear a retainer for a while, and have had some teeth shifting. So can retainers correct tooth shifting? That completely depends on the amount of shifting and which teeth have moved. In this post, we’ll answer the question ‘can retainers fix a slight shift of teeth?’ Let’s get cracking.
Read more