Ah, the crisp fall air, the sound of leaves crunching beneath your feet, and the distant glow of jack-o’-lanterns lighting up the night – it can only mean one thing: Halloween is right around the corner! And at Papandreas Orthodontics, we’re not just about straightening teeth; we’re also about having some spine-tingling fun! Unveiling: The Great Pumpkin Carving Competition! Have you ever fancied yourself as a pumpkin Picasso? Or perhaps, a gourd Gogh? Now is your chance to shine! We are thrilled to announce our Halloween Pumpkin Carving Competition. Not only will our talented staff be showca ..read more

Braces and clear aligners like Invisalign are basically considered an essential part of growing up for kids and teens, and the popularity of orthodontic treatment for adults is becoming more and more common. People want beautiful smiles that make them feel confident, and they want them quickly! Recently, mail-order aligners have become all the rage. Mail-order aligners are delivered right into your mailbox, so you never even have to leave your house or step foot into an orthodontist’s office. While this may seem extremely convenient, it is actually dangerous and may do more harm than good in t ..read more

What was it like coming to our Brunswick and North Royalton offices for visits? “Everyone is so accommodating and friendly and nice.” – Kristen (patient) “They don’t just treat me like another patient, they actually treat me as someone that they value as a person and that they actually care about.” – Joe (patient) “You get the sense of professionalism right away. Everything is state of the art.” – Ellen (parent) “Their follow-up is amazing. Via email, phone call, you know, [they’re] just always reaching out to answer questions.” – Lisa (parent) “You know, I’ve had braces as a child, my wife h ..read more

At Papandreas Orthodontics, we offer a full range comprehensive orthodontic treatments that includes Invisalign as well as braces. Today, traditional metal braces are much smaller, smoother, faster, more comfortable, easier for the patients to manage. This means that not only are treatment times shorter, but the results that we are able to achieve are even better. So many of the young kids today come in and, believe it or not, are actually asking for the braces and we’re talking as many out of the braces as we are recommending them because they’re not ready. But when they are finally ready, t ..read more

Hi! Dr. Papandreas here from Papandreas Orthodontics. Today we’re going to talk about cleaning your Invisalign clear aligners. It is important to remember that, without proper care, you can stain your aligners, making them more noticeable and less attractive in your mouth. So I’m going to tell you about six things you can do to keep your clear aligners clean, feeling fresh, and looking fantastic. Use a soft bristle toothbrush daily Because you are wearing your aligners between 20 and 22 hours a day, they can develop a growth of bacteria in your mouth. To eliminate this growth, be sure to use ..read more

Best Pumpkin Contest!   Hello to all ghosts, ghouls, and goblins! Our staff decorated some truly hauntingly exciting pumpkins for our followers to vote on! Best pumpkin wins a very valuable PRIZE! The rules are simple! Help us choose the best staff member pumpkin by commenting below with your favorite pumpkin in the lineup using the number it’s associated with! BUT WAIT! THERE’S MORE! Post your own spooky pumpkin creation on Instagram or Facebook & TAG us! (@papandreasortho on Instagram, @ PapandreasOrthodontics on Facebook) Our patient with the most likes will also win a valuable pr ..read more

Many teenagers today do not want traditional braces for a host of reasons. Instead, young adults are choosing Invisalign Teen aligners. Teenagers find this to be an easier and less visible way to perfect their smiles. In this post, we’ll answer the popular question – Why do teenagers love Invisalign? Let’s get loving.       People Also Ask Can a 15 year old get Invisalign? Does Invisalign affect kissing? What is the youngest age for Invisalign? Can 13 year olds get Invisalign?   11 Amazing Reasons Near Invisible The name says it the aligners are near invisible. No ..read more

Some people know their children need braces, but they don’t get braces because they’re scared. Also, most kids are scared to get braces because of fear. There are many different reasons that parents and children are afraid of getting braces. When the only thing that lies between your child and a beautiful smile is a fear of having braces, there are a few ways you can help them conquer their fears. In this post, we’ll show you how to overcome your fear of braces. Let’s get going.       People also ask How do I get over my fear of braces? Should I be scared of braces? Why c ..read more

Oral health. When it comes to your oral health, it is all about keeping your teeth in great shape. And seeing an expert when needed. Unfortunately, a lot of people forgo routine oral health and care. So they find that their teeth just aren’t in the shape that they need or want them to be. If you have always wanted a straight and beautiful smile, you first need to care for the teeth. But you may also want to consider having orthodontics done for your own benefit. In this post, we’ll give you a definitive guide to oral health. Let’s get cracking. Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay   ..read more

It happens all the time: A child or an adult doesn’t want to smile because he or she has crooked teeth. The person feels ashamed and embarrassed. Worse yet, the person is afraid to visit an orthodontist to talk about it. But that doesn’t have to be the way it is! By following these four pro tips, you’ll be able to set your expectations for a first-time visit to an orthodontist and be able to predict what will happen. In this post, we’ll take you through what to expect seeing an orthodontist in 2020. Let’s get cracking.       People also ask What do orthodontist do on the firs ..read more