Dr. Zammitti explains the benefits of straight teeth

Some people wonder why Charlotte orthodontist Dr. Sal Zammitti and our team work tirelessly 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 at Zammitti Orthodontics 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, please give us a call to set up a consultation. Dr. Zammitti can help you decide whether or not you will benefit from orthodontic treatment.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Here at Zammitti Orthodontics, we are very thankful for all of our amazing patients and their families. Our doctor and team would like to wish everyone a fun and safe Thanksgiving. We also want to remind everyone to brush and floss after indulging in the big meal.

If you have any stories or pictures to share with us, we encourage you to post them on our Facebook page or give us a call!

Dr. Zammitti and team invites our patients to join us in supporting Toys for Tots

Our team at Zammitti Orthodontics would like to to invite our patients and community members to join us in delivering a message of hope to those less fortunate in our community. We are now accepting non-perishable food items for our local food bank. Our office is also collecting new, unwrapped toys to be donated to less fortunate youngsters through Toys for Tots.

Please stop by our Concord office anytime during regular business hours to drop off your donations. Thank you for teaming up with us at Zammitti Orthodontics to reach out to our community.

Zammitti Orthodontics collects over 500 pounds of candy at our Halloween Candy Buy Back!

Dr. Zammitti and our team are very proud to share that we were able collect over 500 pounds of candy at our Halloween Candy Buy Back event. All of the candy will be sent to our troops overseas through Operation Gratitude. We had a blast collecting candy for our troops! Thanks to everyone who came out and helped make this event a huge success.

Be sure to visit our Facebook page to view all of the photos from the Halloween Candy Buy Back. For more information on the Operation Gratitude, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zammitti, don't hesitate to give us a call today.

More happy patients at Zammitti Orthodontics!

Zammitti Orthodontics, serving Charlotte, Huntersville, Concord, and surrounding areas, has been receiving some great five star patient reviews lately! Check out what our current patients are saying about Dr. Zammitti and team!

"We couldn't have asked for a better experience. From the initial phone call to putting on the braces, the experience was effortless. They made you feel special and gave you their undivided attention. Extremely respectful and courteous, this treatment can't be beat! They thought of everything from the handout that was very easy to understand to the moment you went into their office. Individualized care and treats galore (ice cream, games, smiles, and most importantly....great care). This is what we were looking for. Thank you!" --Austin's mom

"The experience with Dr. Zammitti and his staff has been wonderful! My child looks forward to her monthly visits just so she can say hi to Dr. Z and earn her tokens!! Never did I think I would use the words "orthodontics" and "fun" in the same sentence, but at Dr. Zammitti's office, the two go hand in hand!" --Taylor's mom

"I was referred to Dr. Zammitti by a good friend and I am so glad that she gave me the number to his office. f your looking for fun, happy and professional, this is the place to go. The staff are great and very helpful. They explain everything so you completely understand procedures. The treatment cost and financial options are within an economical range so you do not have to worry about refinancing your home. If you're looking for an orthodontist I would say this would be the office you should call first." --Corie's mom

"From the moment that my boys and I entered Zammitti Orthodontics, it was truly a wonderful experience. Everyone on their staff went out of their way to make certain that the boys felt comfortable and they showed such a tremendous amount of feelings and concern. We have truly built such a nice relationship with the entire office, and when we go there for checkups and treatment, it is a treat for all of us! The boys love earning the tokens as well. I have already told several of my friends about this practice, and I am very glad that I did." --Michael and Andrew's mom

Zammitti Orthodontics Halloween Candy Buy Back

Trick-or-treat! In the spirit of October’s sweet and spooky holiday, Dr. Zammitti and our team would like to encourage all of our patients to attend the Zammitti Orthodontics Halloween Candy Buy Back.

Would you like to turn you Halloween candy into cash? Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010, our team at Zammitti Orthodontics will be hosting our Halloween Candy Buy Back from 11am-2pm. For each pound of candy that you bring in, Zammitti Orthodontics will pay you $1! All candy that is collected will be sent to our troops overseas through Operation Gratitude.

Don't hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule your next appointment with Dr. Zammitti. We hope to see everyone at our Candy Buy Back. Happy Halloween!

Dr. Zammitti, inviting patients to support Operation Gratitude

Would you like to brighten the day of an American solider, while turning your Halloween candy into cash? Dr. Zammitti would like to invite our patients to participate in the Zammitti Orthodontics Halloween Candy Buy Back.

Kids, bring your Halloween candy to Zammitti Orthodontics on Nov. 6, 2010 from 11am-2pm, and receive $1 per pound. All candy that is collected will be sent to our troops overseas through Operation Gratitude. What a sweet way to make everyone smile!

For more information on the Halloween Candy Buy Back, or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zammitti, don't hesitate to give us a call today. Happy Halloween!

Zammitti Orthodontics invites our patients to the Edison Square Extravaganza

Zammitti Orthodontics, serving Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas, is excited to invite our patients to this year's Edison Square Extravaganza. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 23, and there will be bounce houses, a giant slide, live entertainment, pony rides, the NASCAR Show Car, and much more! You won't want to miss out on this great opportunity for family fun, door prizes, and even free ice cream.

Please don't hesitate to give us a call at 704-464-3279 if you have any questions about the Edison Square Extravaganza, or if you would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zammitti.

Share your story about Zammitti Orthodontics with the world!

On the Mecklenburg and Cabarrus county line, Dr. Zammitti and team deliver the highest quality orthodontic care in a personalized environment. Have you had a great experience at Zammitti Orthodontics? Now through Oct. 31, Zammitti Orthodontics would especially love to hear your story about our office!

There are many ways that you can share your feedback about our office, but we encourage you to head to Yelp and write a review there.

Thank you,

-Dr. Zammitti and team

What do you love about Zammitti Orthodontics?

Zammitti Orthodontics, serving Huntersville, Charlotte, Concord, and surrounding areas strives to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by Dr. Zammitti's work? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your new smile?

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, we’d love to hear your feedback. You can write a review here. Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page or by giving us a call!

We look forward to hearing your story!

Age 7 is the magic number for an orthodontic check-up

Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to see Dr. Zammitti for a consultation, 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?

That’s right—seven.

Ok, so what’s so great about age seven, you ask? Enough permanent teeth have arrived for Dr. Zammitti to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites and open bites can be detected.

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 Zammitti Orthodontics to schedule an appointment.

Protecting your mouth during sports, with Zammitti Orthodontics

Wouldn’t you believe it, it’s already fall! If you fall play sports, it's important that you consult Dr. Zammitti for special precautions, such as wearing a mouth guard. A protective mouth guard is advised for playing spring sports such as football, soccer, lacrosse and others. Be sure, however, to avoid mouth guards that custom form to your teeth as these will resist any tooth movements we are trying to achieve.

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 Dr. Zammitti. And don’t forget to ask us—Dr. Zammitti will provide a mouth guard for any patient in active treatment.

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 Zammitti Orthodontics.

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

We’ve all heard that biting your nails is an awful habit, but you many wonder- really- what’s so bad about it? Recently, our team at Zammitti Orthodontics found an interesting article that discusses how biting your nails affect your teeth and oral health.

Nail biting, or Onychophagia, is a common habit among various age groups, including primarily children, teens and young adults. Nail biting is generally triggered by stress and most often decreases with age. That being said, nail biting is unsanitary, unattractive, as well as 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. Zammitti or visit this article for tips on how to break a nail biting habit.

Good luck!

-Your friends at Zammitti Orthodontics

Technology helps you relax at Zammitti Orthodontics

It used to be that people were terrified to see the orthodontist. And Dr. Zammitti understands that some patients are still nervous. But fear not! The days of fear and loathing when driving to an orthodontist appointment are gone! And it’s all due to technology. That’s right, technology has allowed orthodontists everywhere to zero in on patient care and comfort.

For example, braces are much more comfortable and the treatment time has been reduced. In addition, the advances in the orthodontic field have permitted digital photos and X-rays of your mouth, patient charting and improved communications between doctor and patient.

If you have any questions about how Dr. Zammitti uses state-of-the-art technology, give us a call and ask!

Style 'N Smile, supported by Zammitti Orthodontics

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. In the video, she shares how being self conscious is a rite of passage, and that’s why giving younger (and older) people the opportunity to improve their smile goes hand in hand with improving self esteem.

With SureSmile and Invisalign treatment options, Zammitti Orthodontics has what it takes to make you smile! As a courtesy to our patients, there is no fee for your initial examination. 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 complimentary consultation!

Ask Dr. Zammitti: What can Invisalign® do for my oral health?

When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign treatment is so different than traditional braces. Well, there are more reasons to smile about Invisalign with Zammitti Orthodontics 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. Zammitti 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.

What are patients saying about Zammitti Orthodontics?

Dr. Sal Zammitti specializes in orthodontic treatment for adults and children in the greater Charlotte, NC area. Have you seen this great patient testimonial video? If not, take a minute to watch and learn what real patients of all ages have to say about their experience at Zammitti Orthodontics!

Dr. Zammitti is a certified Invisalign and Invisalign Teen provider. Invisalign straightens teeth invisibly without the need for metal brackets or wires, and the clear aligners are easily removable. Our practice also offers SureSmile, to get you in and out of braces fast! To learn more, please visit our website or call us today to schedule your complimentary consultation!

Dr. Zammitti wants to know: Where have you been?

Our team at Zammitti Orthodontics in Charlotte, NC, are always trying to think of fun ways to connect with our patients during the summer months. We recently began the "Where have you been?" summer contest. Have you or your family been traveling this summer? Mail or bring in a postcard, picture, or drawn illustration of where you spent the summer by August 15th, 2010 for a chance to win a backpack full of school supplies!

Entries can be mailed to:
Zammitti Orthodontics
10040 Edison Square Drive
Concord, NC 28027

Happy travels! Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions regarding the contest!

-Zammitti Orthodontics

Cool kids get braces, from Zammitti Orthodontics

Today, brace are “cool” and—many teens would even say—even “fun.” These were among the findings of a 2010 nationwide survey of moms whose children are going through or have had orthodontic treatment. New technologies such as SureSmile and Invisalign, advanced computer software, color options, and even popular celebrities—Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, Danny Glover, Serena Williams—sporting stylish braces are making orthodontic treatment more comfortable, fashionable and cool for today’s teens.

The study, conducted on behalf of our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists for February’s National Children’s Dental Health Month, found 86 percent of moms reporting that braces are cooler today than when they were children. Sixty-nine percent of moms also said wearing braces makes their children feel cool, and 81 percent reported their children’s experience with orthodontic treatment as either positive or extremely positive.

Different color options and the ability to change colors, for example, provide exciting ways for young patients to customize appearances. That enthusiasm helps them to feel good about their orthodontic treatment with Dr. Zammitti, and may contribute to the success of treatment.

Has your child or teen visited Zammitti Orthodontics for a consultation? If not, please give us a call and let us help your child begin the journey to a gorgeous smile!

SureSmile® in the New York Times!

At Zammitti Orthodontics, we're always interested in learning about the latest innovative orthodontic technologies. That's why we wanted to share with you, our amazing patients, a very interesting New York Times article that discusses the benefits of 3-D imaging technology. Dr. Zammitti and our office use 3-D imaging technology through the SureSmile® treatment. SureSmile technology is revolutionizing the orthodontics because it orchestrates clearer patient diagnosis, allows doctors to specifically tailor appliances to a patient's individual needs, and it gives the patient the ability to see exactly what their mouth will look like post-treatment. The treatment is estimated to be almost 40% faster than conventional braces. This allows for overall fewer office visits, less discomfort, and higher quality results.

For more information on SureSmile technology, check out our website or give our office a call! Dr. Zammitti is a certified SureSmile provider and would be happy to meet with you to discuss treatment options.