Ask Dr. Childers: What can Invisalign® do for my oral health?

When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign treatment is so different than traditional braces. Well, there are more reasons to smile about Invisalign with Childers Orthodontics than you may know. Invisalign is a series of removable aligners that are nearly invisible, and besides straightening your teeth, can improve your oral health. Here’s how:

Healthy gums: Straight teeth allow a close fit for gums. This lessens the gum stress that is caused by crowded or widely spaced teeth, thus also reducing red and swollen gums.

Easy cleaning: Invisalign is removable, therefore brushing and flossing is easier and you are able to maintain a healthy mouth. These habits are vital to avoiding tooth decay, plaque and even gum disease.

Improved speech and chewing: Properly-aligned teeth don’t have the discomfort or compound speech impediments that can be caused by crowded teeth or a deteriorating jawbone.

If you have any questions about Invisalign, just ask Dr. Childers the next time you’re in for an appointment. Or, you may post your question on our Facebook page! You can also read this article for more information on Invisalign and your oral health.

Childers Orthodontics, taking steps to reduce our environmental impact

We are living in an age with a renewed commitment to conservation, and are frequently reminded to recycle, reduce and reuse. Earth Day is this Friday, April 22nd, and we thought this would a great time to discuss the things that Childers Orthodontics does to conserve our natural resources and the environment.

Did you know that we offer patients account access 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Our office has convenient and secure online services with Sesame 24-7™. Patients can also appointment reminders through email or text messages. Since this information is submitted electronically, we eliminate the use of large amounts of paper and printing materials.

Dr. Childers and our team would love to hear how you minimize your impact on the environment. Leave us a comment below or you can also visit our Facebook page and post something on our wall.

Happy Earth Day!

A Mother's Day to remember, from Childers Orthodontics

Mother's Day is a day to honor mothers, motherhood and all of the amazing women in your life. Dr. Kyle Childers and team are celebrating this Mother's Day with a very special Mother's Day patient contest.

Would your mom enjoy a relaxing a massage? Better yet, would you enjoy a new iPad? If you answered yes to either of these questions, you'll want to enter the Childers Orthodontics Mother's Day contest. Here's how you can enter:

Step 1: Post a picture on our Facebook page wall of you and your Mom (does not have to be recent) and tell us why she IS THE BEST!

Step 2: Tell Your Friends! Get the most LIKES on your Mom’s photo. Then, WIN AN iPAD for yourself and a MASSAGE for MOM!

Step 3: Brag about your new iPad!

Contest entires will only be considered if posted by patients between April 1st-30th. Anyone can "like" a contest entry, or comment on contest entries. Good luck!

Another happy patient at Childers Orthodontics!

Our team at Childers Orthodontics, serving Benton, Harrisburg, and Herrin, IL, provides a fun and friendly environment while creating your ideal smile. Our practice is both professional and fun. Just see what one of our patients has to say!

"I was greeted at the front desk and had a very pleasant encounter with setting up a new appointment. She was informative and helpful in her knowledge. We cant wait to see how our appointment will go and find out the treatment plan!" ~Jenny