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07 Nov 2016
8

Why Choosing the Right Orthodontist Matters?

Dr. Sara Spector
Adult Orthodontics, Ortho Questions
Why Choosing the Right Orthodontist Matters?
Peter, the patient
Dear Dr. Spector,
Our family dentist has told us our son needs an orthodontic evaluation. There’s an orthodontist in the same office complex as our dentist, which is a convenient location for us to get to. My wife says we need to research all the orthodontists in our area, though, to find the right one. I think she’s going a bit overboard – aren’t all orthodontists capable of the same things?

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06 Nov 2016
7

Dentists are Not Orthodontic Experts

Dr. Sara Spector
Adult Orthodontics
Dentists are Not Orthodontic Experts

Today, we are seeing more and more quick fixes to solve problems, and correcting a smile is no different. Products like 6 Month Smiles are being touted as easy and fast ways to improve smiles. Not only that, we’re seeing more dentists offering orthodontic treatment, such as Invisalign, in their offices.

One might think ther is helpful – only having to schedule appointments at one office might save you time and energy, instead of trekking around town to different offices. But Grayslake orthodontist Dr. Sara Spector warns against trusting anyone other than a licensed orthodontist to perfect your bite.

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30 Oct 2016
4

Braces as Hot New Fashion Accessory?

Dr. Sara Spector
Adult Orthodontics, braces
Braces as Hot New Fashion Accessory

Did you ever think you’d see the day when braces would become the latest fashion trend? There’s good news for all of you currently in orthodontic treatment – that day has arrived!

Models in braces walked the catwalk during last spring’s New York Fashion Week, and graced the cover of a popular fashion magazine. Seventeen-year-old model Kitty Hayes was on the cover of CR Fashion Book, smiling big and proud with her braces and blue ligatures.

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09 Sep 2016
3

Why Braces Are Important For Everyone

Dr. Sara Spector
Adult Orthodontics, braces, Ortho Questions
braces are for everyone
Peter, the patient
Dear Dr. Spector.,
I have had a crooked smile for what feels like my entire life. I’d love to get braces, but I’m a stay-at-home mom, and my husband doesn’t think we can afford braces. Because she is the one who works full-time, he has said no to my orthodontic work. He said I’ve had the same smile forever, so he doesn’t understand why we need to spend the money now. How can I convince him otherwise?

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22 Aug 2016
5

Invisalign or iDentity Clear Aligner Treatment Affordable?

Dr. Sara Spector
Invisalign, Ortho Questions
Invisalign Cost
Peter, the patient
Dear Dr. Spector.,
My teenage daughter needs braces, and has her heart set on Invisalign or iDentity Clear Aligners because she doesn’t want to draw attention to her mouth during her treatment. But I’m worried the treatment will be too expensive and we won’t be able to afford it. How does Invisalign or iDentity Clear Aligner treatment compare to metal braces?

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22 Aug 2016
6

What to Expect During Invisalign or iDentity Clear Aligners Treatment

Dr. Sara Spector
Invisalign, Ortho Questions
Invisalign Treatment What To Expect
Peter, the patient
Dear Dr. Spector.,
I’ve been looking into Invisalign or iDentity Clear Aligners and everything I’ve read sounds great. But I spoke to a co-worker recently who used it and she said she wouldn’t recommend it. She said it took longer than she expected, and it impacted her life a lot more than she thought it would. Now I’m worried it isn’t the best option for me. What do I need to know before choosing the right treatment for me?

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13 Aug 2016
6

Can I Get Braces On My Medical Card?

Dr. Sara Spector
Children Orthodontics

braces with the medical card
Waukegan/Round Lake Beach, IL – If your child needs braces, or you’re worried they might, chances are good you’ve also wondered how you’ll pay for them when the time comes. If your child currently has Medical Card dental insurance, you can receive braces treatment from Dr. Sara Spector at iDentity Orthodontics.

Dr. Sara Spector believes that every child should be able to benefit from having a healthy, straight smile. His office accepts all major dental insurances and has staff members dedicated to working with the families of patients to ensure their insurance benefits are maximized.

“At the very first consultation, our financial coordinator meets with families to discuss their benefits and other options that can make treatment more affordable,” says Dr. Spector. “If your child is covered by Medicaid or another public assistance insurance plan, we will help you learn how your child can get iD braces at no cost to you.”

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05 Jul 2016
8

Orthodontics Can Change Lives

Dr. Sara Spector
Children Orthodontics
Alley-Smile-New

When people think of orthodontic treatment, they probably conjure up an image of a teen or pre-teen with a mouth full of metal. But what happens to that teen when the braces are removed?

“Every day in our office is fun, but the day a patient gets her or her braces removed is always an exceptional day,” says orthodontist Dr. Sara Spector. “For many patients, braces have come at an already awkward and uncomfortable time. They may have avoided smiling before, because they were embarrassed by crooked, crowded or oddly spaced teeth. But after treatment, they can’t stop smiling, and neither can we.”

Orthodontics doesn’t just transform smiles, it can transform lives. Below is just one of the many smile stories Dr. Spector and her team have received after providing braces treatment.

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