Some fun facts about orthodontics, from Dr. Wendy J. Katz

Everyone loves fun facts. Fun, fun, fun. The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that Dr. Wendy Katz and our staff thought you might enjoy. Happy Wednesday!

• There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four are younger than 18.
• The first mechanical treatment for correcting irregular teeth was suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus (A.D 23-79).The American Association of Orthodontists is comprised of more than 12,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad.
• The time required to complete orthodontic treatment ranges from 12 to 36 months depending on the nature and severity of the problem.
• Of the 160,000 dentists in the United States and Canada, 8,000 are practicing orthodontists.
• The cement that attaches the braces to the teeth is now made with a special fluoride-releasing substance.
• Wires activated by body heat used in today's braces originally were developed by NASA for use in the space program.
• In addition to alleviating or preventing physical health problems, orthodontics can boost self-esteem as treatment aligns teeth, jaws and lips.
• Famous orthodontic patients include: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Hale Irwin, Cher, Diana Ross, Phyllis Diller, Chelsea Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Daisy Fuentes and Brandi.

Dr. Katz is on Facebook!

Did you know the orthodontic office of Wendy J. Katz is on Facebook? Our fan page provides you the latest news from Dr. Katz and our office. We invite you to connect with us and be "in the loop" for all things orthodontics.

Become a "fan" today and have a great rest of the week! From Dr. Katz our entire team! On a different note, if you have concerns or issues about your treatment with Dr. Katz, please give us a call!

At Wendy J. Katz DDS, access your account any day, any time

Access to your account, 24/7. Sounds convenient, doesn’t it?

Patients of Dr. Katz enjoy access to their account 24 hours a day, seven days a week—on our web site. You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, all from the comfort of your own home! You can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages! Just see what some of our patients are saying about this innovative service:

"My time is very limited and very busy all the time. With two teenagers and a toddler and 4 hr commute every day is nice to be able to check the kids account and specially be remind of the appointments in the comfort of my house or office." ~ Tere C.

"It shows me that they are on top of things staying up with technology!" ~ Dean K.

"When I tell others about this additional service that Dr. Katz's office offers, they are impressed and find it patient friendly and professional. It speaks to her commitment to provide the highest level of service (in and out of the office). I have referred numerous friends and family members and will continue to do so, as I am confident in the service she provides." ~ Karen B.

"This was a wonderful service to complement the already exceptional service that Dr. Katz and her staff already provides." ~ Kesha R.

You, too, may sign up for this convenient service on our web site by clicking the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please give us a call if you have any questions!

Dr. Katz talks sports and orthodontics

We're almost there... The spring and summer months bring an increase in outdoor activities and a greater chance of damaging your precious mouth and pearly whites. If you play sports, it's important that you consult Dr. Katz for special precautions. A protective mouth guard is advised for playing contact sports such as basketball, football and soccer. In case of any accident involving the face, check your mouth and the appliances immediately. If teeth are loosened or the appliances damaged, please schedule an appointment with our office. In the meantime, treat your discomfort as you would treat any general soreness.

Only by using a mouth guard and other forms of facial protection can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. At Dr. Katz's office, we actually prefer a larger stock variety of mouth guards that will still fit even though your teeth are moving. We sell some in the office or you can go to any sporting goods store to purchase a stock mouth guard. Beware of a custom fit type, which will stop your teeth from moving as these are counterproductive to orthodontic work.Give us a call if you have any questions about mouth guards or your treatment at the office of Wendy J. Katz, DDS.