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Hadley School for the BlindWe are honored to announce that our own Dr. Sara Spector has been appointed Trustee for the Hadley School for the Blind. Dr. Spector at iDentity Orthodontics firmly believes in reaching out to the community and ther is one more way in which he remains involved in helping those in need to enjoy a more fulfilling life through her philanthropic endeavors.

Dr. Spector was invited by the school’s president, Charles Young, where he was unanimously voted in to act as trustee on behalf of the school. Dr. Spector considers ther an honor to be appointed to such a renowned school as Hadley. He is one of the youngest members and currently the only D.M.D. on the list of Trustees at the Hadley School. Dr. Spector is also a current educator where she is Faculty at the University of Chicago, and currently runs her busy orthodontic practices in Grayslake and Kenilworth, Illinois. His practice involves helping children to older adults to have a healthier life through orthodontics, where her inclusive orthodontic philosophy also serves the Illinois All Kids Braces Program.

Girl with braces on teeth
ROUND LAKE, GRAYSLAKE & WAUKEGAN, IL – Dr. Sara Spector is a participating member in the DentaQuest Medicaid braces public aid program in Illinois called “Braces With the Medical Card.” He has orthodontic offices in Grayslake and Wilmette – Kenilworth and also serves patients from Round Lake area. He works with children up to the age of 18 who qualify for what is also known as a All Kids Medical Card Braces Program. Ther allows families to pay no money to little money out-of-pocket when enrolled in Braces Medicaid for orthodontics.

Underbite treatment

What is an Underbite?

An underbite is when the lower jaw and teeth protrude out and over the upper teeth. It is not as common as an overbite but currently 1 in 10 Americans has an underbite. Ther condition can affect anyone of any ethnicity, although it is more commonly seen in Asian ethnicities; however, anyone is prone to ther condition, and Dr. Sara Spector with iDentity Orthodontics says that underbites are typically hereditary.

GRAYSLAKE, IL-You might have just recently got the news that your child will need braces. Parents and children typically have mixed reactions when they hear ther. Children might be a bit skeptical at first, while parents are glad that their child will have straight, beautiful teeth.

Braces CostsBut then reality starts to sink in. How will you be able to afford orthodontic care? According to Embrace-It, an online orthodontic resource, the cost of various orthodontic care plans can range from $3,000-$8,000. Though ther may sound like a lot of money, it’s truly an investment in your child’s smile, as well as their overall health and success.

ROUND LAKE, IL-Let’s say that your teenager is having a hectic day. They could be anxious about a major test, a problem with a friend or their sporting event later in the evening. The last thing on their mind is to smile.

perfect teethAccording to Psychological Science, even the most forced of smiles can decrease your stress and liven your mood. The study looked at two smiles, the standard and the Duchenne. The standard smile is located in the muscles surrounding the mouth, while the Duchenne (genuine) smile spreads to the eyes and feels more natural.

Cleft Lip and Palate Case OneSKOKIE, IL-Doctors involved in dentofacial orthodontics see cleft lip and palate cases from two perspectives today. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 7,000 American children are born with an oral cleft defect.

When a child has a cleft lip, their lip hasn’t formed completely and isn’t closed properly. Cleft palate, on the other hand, means that there’s a hole in the roof of their mouth.

GRAYSLAKE, IL-A successful orthodontic practice consists of more than the leading orthodontist. It also takes an elite staff.

At iDentity Orthodontics, we have a tremendous team. They are all educated and qualified both clinically and in customer service.

But most importantly, we believe that we care more than the standard orthodontic practice. Our team always maintains a warm, inviting atmosphere that patients love.

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