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.

Six books for hip dads, from Zammitti Orthodontics

Hey Dads! Are in search of a great read for this summer? Here at Zammitti Orthodontics, we’ve got some suggestions! Recently, we came across “A Guy’s Summer Book Guide,” which happens to be a pretty cool resource if you’re shopping around for a great summer read! If you’re still not satisfied, check out this complete list of reading ideas from Barnes & Noble. The list includes bestsellers, new releases, classics, as well as books designed for everyone in the family!

Happy reading! Be sure to share with us your summer picks or your all-time favorites on our Facebook page!

-Dr. Zammitti and team

Hi, Moms! Have you signed the Moms for Mouth Guards Pledge?

At Zammitti Orthodontics, we care about your beautiful smile, and we want to help protect you from sports injuries that can be detrimental to your pearly whites. The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) has introduced the Moms for Mouth Guards Pledge as a way of helping make sure that children are using proper facial protection equipment.

Mouth guards are vital to protecting your teeth from sports related injuries while participating in sports, such as football, soccer, baseball, hockey, and basketball, to name a few. The Moms for Mouth Guards Pledge is a way for mothers nationwide to make a commitment to protecting their child's smile from facial injuries.

In past entries, we’ve discussed the importance of using facial protection when exercising to prevent injury. Today, we at Zammitti Orthodontics we are inviting moms to take action by visiting the Moms for Mouth Guards website and taking the Moms for Mouth Guards Pledge.

Have a safe week everyone!

-Your friends at Zammitti Orthodontics