Questions and Answers
Questions and Answers with Dr. Susan Podray Why did my teeth space apart after my braces came off? Well, teeth tend to space apart after braces, and other orthodontic treatments like Inbrace and clear...
View ArticleScholarship of Smiles
This week, local charity Smile for a Lifetime and Serenity Orthodontics in Cumming bestowed two scholarships on local teens as part of their continuing outreach effort to improve the lives of students...
View ArticleDigital Technology and Othodontics
Is it a Que-tip or cotton swab? Perhaps Kleenex or tissue paper, brands labels sometimes get used interchangeably with products. Clear aligner therapy for orthodontic purposes is also known to the...
View ArticleHow much do Damon Braces cost over average braces and teeth to be treated?
Damon Brackets or Damon Braces are the most expensive self ligating bracket on the market. Damon Braces are also one of the most highly recognized brands of braces among doctors and patients. I believe...
View ArticleChoose the Color that Reflects Your Style
What is the best color for braces? There is no wrong answer all Braces colors rock! The color that makes you smile is best choice. Be confident and show off your braces! I personally love choosing...
View ArticleINBRACE The Perfect Smile, Only Faster!
What is INBRACE? INBRACE is a new style of braces that hides behind the teeth and uses a space-age memory wire to perfect a patient’s smile. The product also significantly decreases treatment time and...
View ArticleHealthy Living a Spotlight on Serenity Orthodontics by Kim Williams
When you think about orthodontics, you probably picture a mouthful of metal, some pain and a high price tag. While that may be the stereotype, Dr. Susan Podray-Donovan and her team are changing the way...
View ArticleBlack Market or Grey, does the distribution channel matter?
The holidays are upon us, and, like most moms, I’m always on the lookout for a good deal. From toys to food to decorations, I’m on it! But, one thing I won’t skimp on is the health of my family. When...
View Article3 Dental trends on Facebook that will destroy your teeth! Beware of the false...
My millennial patients and Facebook friends ask me about various dental fades that they see on social media. These products show off amazing results by various “new” dental products and claim superior...
View ArticleThe Patient Experience, 5 reasons you should shop small for Doctors, Dentists...
One trait that I adore about the human condition is Dunbar’s number. This number at its core demonstrates the capacity one person has to build strong emotional communal bonds within a group of people....
View ArticleHow Fixed Retainers Can Fail
A fixed retainer is also known as a permanent retainer. The word permanent retainer is a misnomer. In fact nothing in life, medicine or dentistry is permanent. Fixed retainers after orthodontic...
View ArticleBrush First or Floss?
We care for ourselves with elaborate cleansing rituals for our skin, hair, nails, mouth and digestive system. Each can have various costs and daily time constraints. When it comes to oral health the...
View ArticleEverything you need to know about rubber bands and braces
Have you heard your Orthodontist say: always wear your rubber bands? Ever wonder why? Rubber bands or orthodontic interarch elastics help orthodontist’s grip the top teeth to your bottom teeth for...
View Article2 Braces Myths Busted
No Gum: You have heard that gum chewing is not allowed while wearing orthodontic braces. This myth has been around for years. This a myth was made up by old school orthodontists and their efforts to...
View Article5 Tips to a Better Invisalign Experience
Adult braces comes in many forms. One of the most discrete options is Invisalign or Clear Aligner therapy. The biggest benefit to Invisalign is that at a conversational distance friends and colleagues...
View ArticleTruth About Clear Aligners
Clear Aligners are a gaining market share for treating treating crooked teeth and malocclusion. If you are considering orthodontic treatment you may have heard advertisements from brands like...
View ArticleYour Sm;)e is Infectious! The facts!
It is very easy to spread smiles in North Georgia. Your smile uses only 17 muscles a very minimal effort compared to the 43 muscle groups used to frown. A smile given is often reciprocal and can...
View ArticleBlack Market or Grey, does the distribution channel matter?
The holidays are upon us, and, like most moms, I’m always on the lookout for a good deal. From toys to food to decorations, I’m on it! But, one thing I won’t skimp on is the health of my family. When...
View Article3 Dental trends on Facebook that will destroy your teeth! Beware of the false...
My millennial patients and Facebook friends ask me about various dental fades that they see on social media. These products show off amazing results by various “new” dental products and claim superior...
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