Invisalign is your clear alternative to braces [Video]

Dr. Allen, your Oceanside and Fallbrook orthodontist, specializes in bringing you a visibly straight smile without the look and feel of traditional metal braces. The Invisalign system is a state-of-the-art system of clear, removable aligners that we proudly offer at our offices. For more information about Invisalign, watch this short patient video.

Dr. Allen is a Certified Invisalign Provider in Fallbrook and Oceanside, CA. Don't hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions, or if you would like to schedule a consultation at our office.

Happy Thanksgiving, from Allen Orthodontics

Dr. Allen and team would like to wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving. It's a big food holiday, so be careful what you eat with those braces! We encourage patients to post any holiday photos, or stories that they would like to share on our Facebook page.

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Braces can be fun, too!

Braces today are “cool” and—many would 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. Allen, and may contribute to the success of treatment.

Dr. Allen reminds patients to enter our drawing for Harry Potter movie tickets!

Dr. Allen, your Oceanside and Fallbrook orthodontist, would like to remind all of our patients that Nov. 10 is the last day to enter to win Harry Potter movie tickets. North County Orthodontics will be giving away 450 tickets to our Annual Movie Night. This year, we will be hosting a private screening of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows on Nov. 19 at 5pm.

Don't delay in submitting your name for a chance to win Harry Potter movie tickets! You can either give us a call or stop by one of our offices to enter. We hope to see you there!

Ask Dr. Allen: 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 North County 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. Allen 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.