What was your favorite part of Summer 2011?

The end of Summer and then subsequently the beginning of Fall are just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and we’re sure that you’ll be thinking about Halloween costumes and Thanksgiving plans.

But wait! First, we want to know: What were your favorite parts of the Summer of 2011? Did you go on a wonderful family trip? Did you pick up a new hobby? Did you try to spend as much time outside and in the sun as possible?

Share your favorite memories, stories, or photos with us by leaving a comment below or on our Facebook page.

-Drs. André Haerian, Jennifer Ludwig, Eugene Simon, and team

LATEST FALL FASHION!

Jenny came in for her orthodontic appointment this week at the office of Drs. Simon, Haerian, & Ludwig and we just had to take her photo.

Her black “Bling” t-shirt looked perfect with her black skirt, black pumps, and cream colored blazer. It made our day to see someone stepping out in style on their journey to a great smile!

Colten is welcomed into our "Ortho Family"

Colten is one of many children these days that are emotionally sensitive and socially delayed. Doctor visits can be very trying for both him, the doctor, and of course mom! Mom asked that Dr. Jennifer Ludwig do his initial consult because he is less fearful of women. Things went very smoothly because Dr. Ludwig just happens to have a very pleasant, soothing type of personality.

On a subsequent recheck, however, Dr. Ludwig was not available and instead Dr. Haerian came into the room. Dr. Haerian is the direct opposite of Dr. Ludwig. A naturally high energy personality with a great sense of humor, he tends to dominate a space. When he found out that Colten was 11, he patted him on the shoulder and reassured him that he had been 11 once, too. After he had examined his teeth, he explained to mom and Colten what he was checking and why he was waiting before taking action. After Dr. Haerian left the room, Anja, the orthodontic assistant, reiterated what was happening until she was satisfied that Colten was up to speed, too.

Mom told me that after this visit, Colten commented with delight on Dr. Haerian’s bright pink shirt with his name on it and how he must have liked him because he had patted his shoulder. She was happy that Colten felt so comfortable in our office, and we’re just as happy, because having kids feel a part of our “ortho family” is something we all can appreciate.

The Amazing MARA

John’s mom was devastated when the first orthodontist they visited said they would need to wait until John’s growth was complete and then do braces along with orthognathic surgery to correct his severe overbite. Upset at the thought of waiting six years before treatment could begin, she sought a second opinion. She was elated to hear Dr. Jennifer Ludwig’s idea of using a MARA/Hyrax (an appliance for correcting overbites along with a palate expander) to get the job done while he was still growing.

It took three years but John just celebrated his 16th birthday with a perfect smile. Not only did John avoid surgery, his results were nothing short of phenomenal!

If you are considering orthodontic treatment in Toledo, Sylvania, Maumee (Ohio), Lambertville or Southfield (Michigan), give us a call!

The Go-To Mom Talks Invisalign

Our team at the office of Drs. Eugene Simon, André Haerian, and Jennifer Ludwig found a great video that discusses the advantages of Invisalign. In the video, Kimberley Clayton Blaine, "The Go-To Mom," discusses the Invisalign and Invisalign Teen treatment and her personal experience with Invisalign.

To determine if Invisalign is right for you, schedule a consultation with one of our orthodontists. Have a great week!

Straight Teeth and your Oral Health

Some people wonder why Dr. Jennifer Ludwig, Dr. André Haerian, Dr. Eugene Simon and our team work tirelessly to give our patients straight teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly-aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth at the office of Drs. Simon, Haerian, and Ludwig can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime!

Straight teeth are less prone to decay, because they collect less plaque—the sticky colorless substance that forms on our teeth and leads to tooth decay; and they are easier to keep clean!

If you’re wondering whether your teeth might cause problems because they are out of alignment, please give us a call to set up a consultation. We can help you decide whether or not you will benefit from orthodontic treatment.

A Good Fit

At the orthodontic office of Drs. Simon, Haerian, & Ludwig, we’re all about a good fit. After all, having teeth lined up properly so they fit together perfectly is what we do best. Jennifer’s mom, however, mentioned at her daughter’s post ortho consult that it was our office that proved to be a good fit for her family. She had a consult originally scheduled at another orthodontic office, but after being treated rudely after a scheduling error, she decided to look elsewhere. She then gave our office a try, and we turned out to be a perfect fit for her and her children.

Having three children go through orthodontics gave mom ample time to get to know the staff and doctors. Her children were always treated in a pleasant and patient manner which she appreciated. She also gave our office kudos for doing something important for people by enhancing their sense of well-being.

Mom was concerned more with function of the teeth rather than aesthetics. She knew that the tight contact her daughter experienced before orthodontics could lead to jaw problems later on in life. To her, the beautiful smile that resulted after fixing the problem was just an added bonus. (That’s why our why our website is called “perfectbraces.com” and not “goodenoughbraces.com")

If you are considering orthodontic treatment, give our office a call to schedule your initial consultation.