We asked our patients to put their sharp eagle-eyes to use for our “Seek & Find” Contest, which ran from January 23rd to April 22nd. We hid tiny graphics of flip-flops on the pages of our website and asked our clients to give their best guestimate of a total tally. Our winner was selected randomly from a drawing
Orthodontic consultations are often times a complimentary introduction for orthodontists, like Dr. James A. “Jim” McNamara and Dr. Laurie McNamara, to get to know you and your oral health concerns. The best thing you can do to make the most of your consultation is to prepare a list of questions beforehand. To help you get started, we’ve come
Did you know that orthodontic treatment is not just for teens and adults? In fact, the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends that by the age of 7, children should have an initial orthodontic consultation. These comprehensive consultations determine whether or not a child’s teeth are developing properly or if early orthodontic treatment is or will be needed
It’s 11 pm and, while you should be in bed, you’re standing in front of the fridge trying to decide a snack of choice before calling it a night. You know this isn’t the best life choice for your waistline, but did you know that it’s also bad for your oral health – especially your braces. Your orthodontic
Our patients impressed us with their thorough knowledge of classic Christmas flicks. From October 17th through December 17th, we challenged patients to complete a tricky multiple-choice movie quiz. Those with perfect scores were then placed in a random drawing. Congratulations to our winner. Her prize is a $50 Target gift card! Thank you to everyone who entered the
Although diabetes has become a fairly common disease in most recent years, it is still very serious and should be managed properly to avoid damaging effects to the body. These damaging effects include threats to your oral that can greatly influence your orthodontic treatment. Diabetes and Gum Disease The connection between diabetes and periodontal disease is closer than
At the start of every new year, most of us begin to reevaluate our waistlines and opt for a healthier lifestyle. With the growing popularity of juicing in recent years, more of our patients have been turning to this diet as a means of increasing their fruit and vegetable intake. While blending veggies, fruits, and other nutrients together
What are your plans for Spring Break? Whether you’re traveling or taking it easy at home, you could be snagging new music, movies, TV shows or podcasts to enjoy with a $100 iTunes gift card. Just enter our “Spring Break Seek & Find Contest!” Our minds are on warmer weather during these winter months, and we’ve hidden tiny graphics
All of us here at McNamara Orthodontics have heard the expression “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. Taking this to heart can make our teeth stronger and brighter if we eat the right foods to support that healthy smile.
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Are you looking for an orthodontist near me in Ann Arbor, MI? Orthodontist Dr. Laurie McNamara McClatchey specializes in orthodontic treatment, which includes early orthodontic treatment for children, orthodontic treatment for teens, and adult orthodontics with braces and Invisalign clear aligners. When considering the cost of braces, the cost of clear aligners, and the time it takes to create your new smile, your choice of treatment provider matters.
