Our Monthly Braces Friendly Recipe

This month's recipe is from Scarlett G, another one of our awesome patients!


Banana Chocolate-Chip Muffins

• 1 stick of butter
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 ripe bananas
• 2 eggs
• 1 ½ cup flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ package chocolate chips

Mix all ingredients together well and bake on 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes.

Enjoy!

Early Orthodontic Treatment May Mean Less Treatment Later

One of the most common questions we get from patients about their treatment is "How long will it take?" New technologies and techniques mean that orthodontic treatment is more more effective and faster than ever. A recent article on the Colgate website suggests that early orthodontic treatment may mean a shorter second phase of orthodontic treatment.

We invite you to read the article to learn more, and then give our office a call to set up a complimentary consultation with Dr. Elchahal & team to learn if two phase treatment is right for your child.

Cool Kids Wear Braces

Braces today are “cool” and even “fun.” These are among the findings of a new nationwide survey of mothers whose children are having or have had orthodontic treatment. New technologies in treatment, advanced computer software, color options, and even popular celebrities sporting stylish braces are making orthodontic treatment more comfortable, fashionable and cool for today’s youth.

The study, conducted on behalf of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) for February’s National Children’s Dental Health Month, finds 86 percent of mothers reporting that braces are cooler today than when they were children. Sixty-nine percent 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, and may contribute to the success of treatment.

Questions? Give us a call or visit our website to learn more!

Introducing Insignia Advanced Smile Design

We are proud to announce a brand new technology we are offering at our John's Creek, Hamilton Mill, and Vickery locations, to help patients get the precise results they are looking for from orthodontic treatment.

Insignia Advanced Smile Design works by building a customized, completely digital treatment plan with brackets and wires tailored for each individual. The system uses 3D imaging technology to capture an exact representation of your teeth and bite, allowing us to prescribe a precise treatment plan for each patient. With this customized treatment, fewer office visits are required, and for many patients, the overall treatment time is shorter compared to traditional braces.

Dr. Elchahal underwent special training to be able to offer this exciting new technology, and we are one of the few orthodontic offices in the area with the technology and certification to offer Insignia orthodontics. You can learn more about Insignia on their website, or give our office a call to set up your complimentary consultation and learn if insignia braces are right for you!

April's Recipe- Three Cheese Macaroni Extravaganza

Another braces friendly dish, this month from one of our awesome patients – Kristen E!

Three Cheese Macaroni Extravaganda
• 2 cups uncooked macaroni noodles
• 1-2 onions, chopped
• 1-2 Tblsp margarine
• ½ cup grated Parmesan Cheese/fresh
• ½ cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
• ½ cup shredded Cheddar Cheese
• 1 ½ cups milk
• ½ cup bread crumbs

Boil Noodles! Sauté onions in margarine. Add all cheeses till melted. Drain noodles and add to cheese/onion mixture. Add Milk and top with breadcrumbs. Bake 350 degrees till toasty brown.

ENJOY!!

What Will YOUR Smile Look Like After Orthodontic Treatment?

It is sometimes hard to believe the transformation your smile undergoes during orthodontic treatment. We love to see our patients’ smiles light up when they see their new smile in the mirror for the first time. For those of you who haven’t yet started or finished your orthodontic treatment, have you ever wondered what your new smile might look like after treatment?

The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO for short, has recently launched a new tool called “Virtual Smiles”, which shows what your smile might look like after orthodontic treatment. Using the tool will also earn you a free orthodontic consultation coupon, which can be redeemed at our office by yourself, a family member or friend.

Check out the Virtual Smiles tool, and call to get started on improving your smile today!

Zoom!® Whitening at Dr. Elchahal's Office

Going to Prom? Want a brighter smile? Call us today to schedule an appointment for Home Whitening Treatment or for a faster solution come to our Johns Creek office for our in-office Zoom treatment.

A whiter smile is one just one visit away! ZOOM!® Smile Whitening brightens and whitens your teeth in just 45 minutes.

While Zoom!® Smile Whitening is a great way to enhance the appearance of your smile, it's not always for everyone. Those with deep, dark stains that remain unaffected by whitening treatments and patients with regular tooth sensitivity may not be good candidates. Find out more about Zoom!® Smile Whitening by calling us today for an evaluation!