It’s Time to Squeeze in Those Back-To-School Checkups

Posted on 19th August 2011 in Dentistry Article

MIAMI, CORAL GABLES AND BRICKELL, FLORIDA – As the summer winds down and students prepare to return to college, now is the time to squeeze in a dental check-up, cleaning and an appointment for the final orthodontic check-up before leaving.

Most students who attend college out of town maintain their dental and orthodontic appointments  with their providers back home, which sometimes leaves small windows of opportunity to get the treatment they need, says Miami Invisalign orthodontist Dr. Stephen Grussmark.

“Parents and students alike work diligently to schedule appointments in the summer and over Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring breaks,” says the South Beach braces provider. Click here to read more.. »

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Invisalign Can Benefit Your Health

Posted on 27th July 2011 in Dentistry Article

MIAMI, CORAL GABLES AND BRICKELL, FLORIDA – Invisalign can do more than straighten teeth. Aside from the aesthetic benefits derived from Invisalign, there are also health benefits. This advanced approach to aligning the teeth uses a series of clear aligners created for you and only you, says Dr. Stephen Grussmark, an expert in orthodontic treatment.

Invisalign allows for much better home care and better oral hygiene compliance than with traditional braces. The reason for this is that there are no brackets to trap food or plaque (a type of biofilm). Biofilm, a thin, resistant layer of microorganisms that forms on various surfaces, is produced when bacteria stick to surfaces in some form of wet environment and begin to excrete a slimy, gluelike substance that can adhere to all kinds of materials. Plaque is a form of biofilm that grows on teeth and is yellow in color, according to Colgate. Click here to read more.. »

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Happy Anniversary Invisalign Teen

Posted on 19th July 2011 in Dental News

MIAMI, CORAL GABLES AND BRICKELL, FLORIDA- In the three years since Align Technologies introduced Invisalign Teen, Dr. Stephen Grussmark, a Miami orthodontist, has seen an increase in the number of teenagers who request the invisible braces treatment.

July marked the three-year anniversary of the modified Invisalign, which is geared towards the needs of teenagers. Freedom is often what your teenager wants, and being tied down to metal braces may not appeal to them.   Click here to read more.. »

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Retainers Enable Patients to Hold Onto A Good Thing

Posted on 6th July 2011 in Dentistry Article

MIAMI, CORAL GABLES AND BRICKELL, FLORIDA – Orthodontists once prescribed retainers to patients for a certain length of time after completing their treatment with braces, and slowly tapered down their use until the patient would not wear them any longer.

That school of thought has changed, and these days when it comes to orthodontics Miami braces expert Dr. Stephen Grussmark says retainers should be a perpetual part of life for patients who want to hold onto a good thing- their proper alignment achieved through orthodontic treatment.

Types of Retainers
There are many different types of retainers used after braces. Miami Orthodontist Dr. Grussmark says patients may be prescribed the traditional retainer with a wire that runs across the front teeth and is connected to an acrylic piece that fits in the roof of the mouth. Click here to read more.. »

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Invisalign Creates New Level To Denote Orthodontists’ Expertise

Posted on 24th June 2011 in Dental News

CORAL GABLES, BRICKELL AND MIAMI, FLORIDA – Align Technology, the makers of Invisalign, recently announced a new designation that orthodontists and dentists who offer the invisible braces can achieve- Super Elite status.

This new status indicates the highest level of experience of the orthodontist, Miami orthodontist  Dr. Stephen Grussmark says.

The levels as created by Invisalign begin with Provider and ascend to Preferred Provider, Premier Preferred, Elite Preferred and Super Elite.

If you are in search of an Invisalign provider, you likely will start noticing this new status by early July, says Dr. Grussmark, a Miami Invisalign specialist.
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The “Hole” Story Of Oral Piercings

Posted on 1st June 2011 in Dentistry Article

MIAMI, CORAL GABLES AND BRICKELL, FLORIDA – It has been demonstrated that a human bite can be more “toxic” than an animal bite.

So imagine the potential for harm among those who choose to express their individuality through oral piercings.

Although they seem to be growing in popularity and perhaps even acceptance, that is no reason for you to take on the risks involved with piercing your tongue, lips or cheeks, says Dr. Stephen Grussmark a Miami orthodontist. Click here to read more.. »

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Invisalign News Could Mean Faster Prep Time For Patients

Posted on 16th May 2011 in Uncategorized

MIAMI CORAL GABLES, BRICKELL AND MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – The recent acquisition by Align Technology, Inc. of a company that leads in intra-oral scanning technology means that soon, there will be a quicker start to treatment for Invisalign patients, says Miami orthodontics expert Dr. Stephen Grussmark.

Align Technology recently acquired Cadent Holdings, Inc., a leading provider of 3D digital scanning solutions for the orthodontics and dental industries, and this will bring a welcome improvement to many an orthodontist. Miami orthodontist Dr. Grussmark looks forward to having the new technology in his office.
“This means that eventually, orthodontists will scan the patient’s mouth and send the results electronically to Invisalign, rather than having to take an impression and ship it,” says Grussmark, a Miami Invisalign Elite Preferred Provider. “That means the aligners can be made more quickly, and treatment can begin sooner for the patient.” Click here to read more.. »

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Four Advantages of Invisalign Over Lingual Braces

Posted on 24th April 2011 in Dental News

MIAMI CORAL GABLES, BRICKELL AND MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – The two modalities for invisible orthodontic treatment are Invisalign and lingual braces.

Invisalign is a system of clear plastic aligners that are changed every couple weeks and gradually move the teeth into the desired position, while lingual braces are fixed appliances bonded to the back of the teeth.

When it comes to choosing between lingual braces or Invisalign, Miami orthodontist Dr. Stephen Grussmark identifies four benefits that Invisalign has over lingual braces. Click here to read more.. »

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Lingual Braces Versus Invisalign

Posted on 17th April 2011 in Dentistry Article

MIAMI, CORAL GABLES, BRICKELL AND MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – Dr. Stephen Grussmark witnesses daily the effects of an image-conscious society when we see patients who voice their opposition to traditional metal braces.

Many of our patients don’t want traditional braces, and educate themselves prior to their orthodontic consultation, frequently inquire about lingual braces or Invisalign. Miami orthodontics expert Grussmark, an Invisalign Elite Premier Provider, recently decided it was time to fully explain these two treatment methods, complete with benefits and drawbacks. Click here to read more.. »

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What Kind of a First Impression Are You Making With Your Smile?

Posted on 3rd April 2011 in Dentistry Article

MIAMI, CORAL GABLES, BRICKELL AND MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA – We’ve all heard the saying, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.”

In these tough economic times when a larger pool of candidates is going after a smaller pool of jobs, making a good first impression on a job interview is paramount.

An American Academy of Periodontology survey of 253 people found that half of them consider the smile the first facial feature that people notice, according to information posted on the organization’s website. Eighty percent of those who participated in the study indicated that they were unhappy with their smile.

“Your smile can be the most significant aspect of a first impression,” says Dr. Stephen Grussmark of the Centre for Invisible Orthodontics, a Miami Beach orthodontics practice. “In today’s economy where many people are trying to find employment, the first impression not only carries a sort of social importance, but it can actually have an economic impact on you, in terms of getting that job.” Click here to read more.. »

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