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Best Buddies is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-on-one friendships, integrated employment, and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This Saturday March 5, 2011, Dr. Biggs, his wife and several Sondhi Biggs staff members will be showing their support by attending the Best Buddies Mardi Gras Ball. Sondhi Biggs Orthodontics is a proud sponsor of this event.

The earlier the better!

Though an Orthodontist can enhance a smile at any age, there is an optimal time period to begin treatment. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that the initial orthodontic evaluation should occur at the first sign of orthodontic problems or no later than age 7.

Advantages of Interceptive treatment can include but are not limited to: Creating more room for crowded and erupting teeth. Creating facial symmetry through influencing jaw growth. Reducing the risk of trauma to protruding front teeth. Preserving space for unerupted teeth. Reducing the need for teeth removal. Reducing treatment time with braces.

Children's Dental Health Month

Every February, the ADA sponsors National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. The information has reached millions of people in communities across the country. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. For more information, please feel free to click on the Title of this Blog.

Think "Scholarship"

It's never to early to start thinking of college. There are all kinds of available scholarships out there. Make sure you are taking the time to explore all different avenues. The American Association of Orthodontists is sponsoring the "How Orthodontics Changed My Life" video contest. There will be two winners; each winner will be awarded a $2,500 scholarship. You can find scholarships for just about everything. Talk to your school counselor to see what all different scholarships they may have more information about.

When is the "Right Time"

Even though most people think of pre-teens and teens when they think of orthodontics, there are good reasons your child should get an orthodontic evaluation much sooner. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a check-up with an orthodontic specialist no later than age 7.





Why your child should get an orthodontic check-up no later than age 7:

• Orthodontists can spot subtle problems with jaw growth and emerging teeth while some baby teeth are still present.


• While your child's teeth may appear to be straight, there could be a problem that only a orthodontist can detect.


• The check-up may reveal that your child's bite is fine. Or, the orthodontist may identify a developing problem but recommend monitoring the child's growth and development, and then, if indicated, begin treatment at the appropriate time for the child. In other cases, the orthodontist might find a problem that can benefit from early treatment.


• Early treatment may prevent more serious problems from developing and may make treatment at a later age shorter and less complicated.


• In some cases, the orthodontist will be able to achieve results that may not be possible once the face and jaws have finished growing.

The Choice is CLEAR

Many feel that Sondhi-Biggs Orthodontics is a clear choice! In addition; patients needing full braces are given the choice between metal or clear braces. Either way, after you visit our office, the choice will be clear.

Appointment Reminders

Email appointment reminders have been available by Sondhi-Biggs Orthodontics for quite some time. We now have text message reminders as well, if you would prefer. Simply go to our website homepage under the Patient Login tab, and select the settings for the type of reminder that assists you the best. Just another reason why Sondhi-Biggs Orthodontics is "Smiles Above the Rest"!