Incentives for Oral Health in Sylvania, Lambertville and Fallen Timbers

Having braces, a palate expander, or a MARA requires even more time in the bathroom and diligence with a toothbrush. At every appointment, we monitor oral hygiene and award a wooden token for good brushing. Patients can also receive a token for not missing appointments, not breaking anything on their braces, and for wearing their official Drs. Simon, Haerian & Ludwig t-shirt to their appointment. Although missing appointments and frequent breakage are what slows down orthodontic treatment; it’s poor oral hygiene that can literally stop it in its tracks.

We constantly encourage brushing by awarding a wooden token and making sure they know exactly how to brush under and on top of each bracket to keep it shiny and free of sticky plaque. The wooden tokens can be exchanged for something fun in our Prize Case or saved up for gift cards to Target. Assistants that notice exceptional brushing give that patient a special entry form to fill out so they can also enter The Good Brusher’s Contest.

Braces are essential for straightening teeth but it’s good brushing that’s essential for keeping teeth healthy! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call!

Kristle's New Smile

I met Kristle and her mother at their Post Orthodontic Consult. This appointment is reserved for a review from the start of treatment all the way to our “photo finish.” We also talk about what it takes to maintain that smile a lifetime. I do these appointments twice a week in the office and always enjoy showcasing a patient’s smile and, every once in a while, I meet someone who’s story needs to be shared.

Kristle’s mom is a teacher in the field of special education. She is a very articulate, personable woman and she is also profoundly deaf. Her own mother was determined she be at home in a hearing world and worked with her an extra three hours every day on academics, speech, and social skills. When she gave birth to a child of her own with perfect hearing, she was just as determined as her own mother that her little girl be exposed to the one thing she couldn’t provide – music.

Kristle’s grandmother slipped easily into her roll as teacher once again with Kristle as her rapt pupil, only this time focusing on music. Singing came easily for Kristle as she was born with the gift of perfect pitch. She also plays the recorder, piano, and excels at the violin. As a freshman in high school, she sings opera at a college level and plans on pursuing musical studies in college. Kristle and her mother are the only two members of the family who practice the art of signing. Both participate in a deaf choir to bring music to life by virtue of signing, facial expression, and body language.

There is no doubt that Kristle comes from a line of women with fortitude and foresight and Kristle reflects those characteristics, too. With the loving “polish” from mom and Grandma there is absolutely no doubt that Kristle is bound to shine brightly!

End of Summer Recap From Your Friends at Sylvania & Lambertville Orthodontics

The summer has come and gone so fast! We had a great past few months, and we hope you did too! If you haven't yet heard, we have some big news! Later this month, we will be opening a new office in Fallen Timbers/Monclova, OH. We can't wait to get started at the new location, be sure to stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the grand opening!

If you visit our web site, you'll notice that it has been updated with the photos of all our Perfect Smile contest winners! The photos are being featured all over our web site and other promotional material. Check them out to see if you recognize yourself or a friend! Thank you again to everyone who participated, and we hope you are all having a great start to the school year so far!