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Summer is the best time to explore orthodontics for your children!  The 1st day of Summer is just around the corner, bringing lazy beach days, backyard BBQ's and endless sunshine. Along with days of summer fun, parents may wish to consider an orthodontics exam for their children and get a head start on better oral health.  When it comes to orthodontics for children, summer is by far the most convenient time to begin treatment.  Summer appointments steer clear of school year scheduling and extracurricular activities - leaving children over a quarter of their treatment time before the new school year even begins. They can begin a new year well on the way to a straighter and healthier smile.  As stated, beginning orthodontic treatments in summer months avoids a host of scheduling issues and gives children plenty of time to adapt to their braces before heading back into the classroom.  Contact Dr. Kennell today to schedule your child's summer appointment.  Let Kennell Orthodontics friendly team work with you and jump start your child's treatment plan this Summer!

Spring into Summer Testimonial Contest!  Enter to win Beats by Dr. Dre headphones today! Here's how you can win:  1.  Submit a video testimonial on our Facebook page about why you love our office and why you love your smile!  Be creative, have fun and don't forget to talk about your experience with us!  - or - 2.  Post a favorable review on our Facebook page or Google+ page with a photo of your smile!

All testimonial entries must be made by August 8th and you must be a patient of Kennell Orthodontics to enter.

Don't miss your chance to enjoy the summer sun with your new pair of Beats by Dr. Dre headphones - enter today!

Technology does not just change in computers and cell phones…

In the ever changing world of technology, downloads of today require upgrades tomorrow!  Kennell Orthodontics and Harmony®’s invisible solution to straight teeth can help you show the world your Perfect Smile…not your braces!  The Harmony® system attaches to the interior side of your teeth, so no one even knows you’re wearing braces.  Harmony® provides teens and adults of any age a solution for even the most challenging cases.

Let Kennell Orthodontics design your perfect smile with state of the art CAD/CAM technology.  Dr. Kennell starts with a digital scan of your teeth and customizes a treatment plan just for you.  Harmony® technology achieves the highest level of precision including using robotics to accurately bend arch wires for each individual case.  Its small, smooth features help you adapt quickly and comfortably to your new treatment; all while Dr. Kennell works to precisely align your teeth.

With Harmony® and Kennell Orthodontics, you’ll receive fast treatment, short follow-up office visits and an amazing result.  Give us a call today to schedule your appointment to see if Harmony® is right for you!

Last April, the AAPD posted an article and it was so great, we want to share it again with you!

April is National Facial Protection Month and the Academy for Sports Dentistry (ASD), the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), and the American Dental Association (ADA) are teaming up to remind parents, coaches and athletes to play it safe as they prepare to suit up for recreational and organized sports.

The mouth and face of a child or young adult can be easily injured if the proper precautions are not used while participating in sports or recreational activities. In fact, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than half of the 7 million sports- and recreation-related injuries that occur each year are sustained by children as young as 5 years old. Last year, the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation (NYSSF) forecasted that more than 3 million teeth would be knocked out in youth sporting events. They also reported that athletes who don’t wear mouth guards are 60 times more likely to damage their teeth.

An effective mouth guard holds teeth in place, resists tearing and allows for normal speech and breathing. It should cover the teeth and, depending on the patient’s bite, also the gums. Your dental professional can recommend the best mouth guard for every sports activity.  A properly fitted mouth guard can prevent many accidents and traumatic injuries.

The dental experts at the ASD, AAPD, AAOMS, AAO and ADA urge athletes, parents/caregivers and coaches to be proactive as they head out this spring and stay safe on the field.  The ASD, AAPD, AAOMS, AAO, and ADA dental experts offer these important tips:

• Wear a mouth guard when playing contact sports. Mouth guards can help prevent injury to a person’s jaw, mouth and teeth and they are significantly less expensive than the cost to repair an injury.  Dentists and dental specialists can make customized mouth guards, which provide the best fit. Other less-expensive options are the boil and bite mouthguards, which are softened in boiling water to fit the mouth, and stock mouth guards, which are ready-to-wear but often don’t fit well.
• Wear a helmet. Helmets absorb the energy of an impact and help prevent damage to the head.
• Wear protective eyewear. Eyes are extremely vulnerable to damage, especially when playing sports.

·         Wear a face shield to avoid damage to the delicate bones around the eyes, nose and jaw. Hockey pucks, basketballs and racquetballs can cause severe facial damage at any age.