31 May

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How Do Palatal Expanders Work?

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

Grayslake, IL – Palatal expanders seek to accomplish exactly what the name says – expand the palate. But how exactly does it work, and will your child need one?

A palate that is too narrow can lead to crooked and overcrowded teeth. A palatal expander can be a wonderful option for younger orthodontic patients who have jaws that are still growing. The expander can work to widen the palate to allow for teeth to be realigned with adequate space.

16 May

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Will I Know if My Child Needs Braces?

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Children Orthodontics

Kenilworth, IL – As your children grow, you no doubt want to stay on top of everything they need to ensure their health and well-being. For some children this will mean visits to an orthodontist to ensure a healthy smile and properly functioning bite. Will you be able to tell if your child needs orthodontic treatment?

30 April

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Can Orthodontics Help an Impacted Tooth?

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Orthodontics

Kenilworth, IL – Orthodontic issues that require treatment come in many forms. We often think of issues such as underbites, overbites and spacing issues, but impacted teeth can affect the function of a person’s smile. But what exactly are impacted teeth, and how can orthodontics help?

“Impacted teeth are teeth that are not able to fully erupt because they are blocked from doing so,” says Round Lake orthodontist, Dr. Michael Stosich. “The impacted tooth is unable to push through the gums, often due to a spacing issue, and discomfort, as well as issues with how the bite is able to function, can occur.”

29 April

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Oh No – I Think My Teeth Are Shifting!

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Adult Orthodontics

Grayslake, IL – Some people find that one day they look in the mirror and notice a smile that looks slightly off. Even if you’ve undergone orthodontic treatment at some point in your life, you may find that as you age your smile starts to shift slightly. This is completely common, and fixable.

08 April

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Can I Choose My Orthodontic Treatment?

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Orthodontics

Kenilworth, IL – Orthodontic treatment is a big step that requires careful consideration and research to choose the best provider for you. When entering into orthodontic treatment, it’s important to choose an experienced provider who can offer the very best in treatment. But it’s also important to choose one who views patients as partners in care, who answers questions and addresses concerns and understands your smile goals.

15 March

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Are Metal Braces the “In” Thing Today?

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in braces

Grayslake, IL – The social media world was recently afire when a picture of Blue Ivy Carter, the daughter of perhaps the most famous parents in the world, Beyonce and Jay-Z, was featured sporting standard metal braces. A debate erupted among social media users – how could these parents, who have so much money and access to the best healthcare in the world, really have their precious Blue Ivy in metal braces? “It’s quite simple really,” says Dr. Michael Stosich. “Beyonce and Jay-Z clearly did their homework and have an experienced and well-trained orthodontist who knew that metal braces were in...

28 February

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Can’t I Just Get Veneers to Perfect My Smile?

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Adult Orthodontics

Kenilworth, IL – Everybody wants a gorgeously straight smile that they can show off, but the idea of months in orthodontic treatment may not seem appealing. Many people may look for other ways to get the smile they want. And, if their only goal in mind is a pretty smile, they may think a cosmetic option such as veneers is ideal. After all, veneers only take a couple visits to your dentist’s office to change the appearance of your smile.

But, while you may think the only thing that is being accomplished during orthodontic treatment is a more cosmetically pleasing smile, you would be wrong. Orthodontic treatment doesn’t just create prettier smiles, it creates healthier and more stable bites.

31 January

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Studies Show Invisalign May Not Live Up to Hype

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Invisalign

Grayslake, IL – When it comes to straightening your smile and improving your bite, there is a lot that goes into it. Careful scientific planning must be involved in every single treatment plan for every single patient. Orthodontics can never be a one size fits all solution, because every patient presents with a unique smile. That means the planning to treat that smile must also be unique.

“We see many patients asking about clear aligners, and Invisalign specifically,” says Dr. Michael Stosich. “Invisalign has done a tremendous marketing job, and most consumers have probably heard the name. Its perks seem hard to beat – comfortable, removable and invisible, but it’s always important to pull back the curtain to see what is really there.”

03 January

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Is Orthodontic Treatment the Latest Pandemic Trend?

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Orthodontics

Orthodontic Treatment the Latest Pandemic Trend

Round Lake, Il – The pandemic has altered much of our lives. Daily personal interactions have been replaced by Zoom calls and seeing ourselves on a screen for hours out of our days can have us looking at ourselves in a new light. Little flaws we may not have thought bothered us may begin to creep up more, and with more time on our hands, this may be the ideal time to do something about them.

01 January

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New Year, New Smile!

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Adult Orthodontics

North Shore, IL – A new year often brings about resolutions, typically centered around ways we can better ourselves. Eating healthier, hitting the gym more, and maybe even tackling big life changes such as going back to school or getting a new job are often on people’s resolution lists. If you have plans to make 2021 your best year yet, why not add a smile makeover to that list?