More Than Meets The Smile

It’s no secret that a majority of those interested in orthodontic treatment are striving for a straighter smile that will make them more confident. Dr. Beim and staff at Beim Orthodontics deliver straight beautiful smiles to all of our patients, but we want to inform those who are looking into orthodontic treatment that there are greater benefits to wearing braces than just cosmetic reasons. Are you aware of the health benefits of braces?

Braces can do more than just give you an attractive smile. Check out the following oral health problems that can be assisted when being treated by Dr. Beim:

• Tooth Decay and Gum Disease
• Digestion
• Difficulties with Speech
• Bone Erosion

Beim Orthodontics is happy to explain more to you if you have further questions about the benefits of braces. Visit us for braces in Lake Mary, Florida. 

Braces Approved Super Bowl Snacks

The big game Super Bowl LI is just around the corner, and there is more to be excited for than just the game.  Almost all of us have 3 things on our mind when it comes to the Super Bowl: the game, the commercials, and the food! Just because you have braces, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy all the yummy game food you will be surrounded by. We understand chicken wings and popcorn may not be the best choices, but there are so many other treats you can indulge in as you enjoy the action. The staff at Beim Orthodontics compiled a list of their favorite braces-friendly super bowl treats just for you!

Nacho Loaded Potato Skins

Bacon Wrapped Sausages

Grilled Chicken Sliders

Baked Mozzarella Sticks

These are just a few of our favorite braces friendly Super Bowl food options. Get creative and find ways to take your off limit treats and recreate them into braces approved eats! 

What Floss Should You Buy?

Similar to several oral hygiene products, choosing the best dental floss to use is dependent on the consumer's preference. The fact is, there is a ton of different floss options on the market with a variety of flavors, coatings, and other variations. Essentially, they all do the same thing and the most important thing to remember is to buy the most functional floss for your teeth, and use it daily.  If you want to know what the best dental floss is, the answer is the kind that enables you to successfully and regularly clean the areas between your teeth. To help you find the right type of floss for you, here are some options.

Flossers
Flossers usually consist of a plastic instrument with a floss strip and a pick on the opposite end. This option can be both effective at cleaning the areas in between your teeth and scraping off plaque. These flossers also come flavored in mint and various other varieties.



Gentle Dental Floss
Some people find that dental floss is too harsh on their gums. For that reason, some companies make floss with soft coatings that are less abrasive on the gums. Typically, these types of floss are just as effective as regular floss and ideal for those looking for a more sensitive approach to flossing.
Flavored Dental Floss
Most people that floss purchase a flavored dental floss because it freshens their breath even more than unscented floss. The latter can also take on the smells associated with bacteria in your mouth which can be pretty bad from case to case. We suggest if flavored dental floss is what you prefer, and it allows you to floss your teeth regularly, then it is automatically best for your mouth.

Of the options, it is difficult to name an absolute best type of floss because the answer varies from patient to patient. However, Dr. Beim and our team say that the type of floss that works best for you, giving you the greatest chance of succeeding at regular flossing, is the best choice. For more information on floss or flossing with braces contact Beim Orthodontics or click here to visit our website.

Happy Holidays From Beim Orthodontics

Take some time this holiday season to be appreciative of those who work when they should be with family and friends, those who are away from those they love, and those who sacrifice for our needs.

Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and Happy New Year. May this holiday season find you surrounded by those you love, filled with a lot of fun and cheer, and the New Year bring happiness, health, and prosperity.

New iTero Scanner At Beim Orthodontics

It’s time to say goodbye to those messy molds associated with beginning orthodontic treatment and say hello to the iTero Intraoral Scanner. The iTero Intraoral Scanner is a more comfortable procedure that can capture an extremely accurate digital impression of teeth within minutes. Once complete, we can use this model to start your orthodontic treatment and help you get the smile you’ve always wanted. Also, the 3D digital impression can be used with all Invisalign related services.

If you’re interested in beginning orthodontic treatment, contact Beim Orthodontics today!

Watch this video to learn more about our new iTero Intraoral Scanner!
 

We're Thankful for Our Patients!

For most of us, Thanksgiving means time with family, eating tons of turkey, and a chance to reflect on what we’re thankful for from the past year. When we look back on this year, we can’t help but be thankful for some amazing patients whose lives we've been a part of. We are so grateful for all of you. Your support, your focus on personal growth and health, and your willingness to journey with us in creating healthy beautiful smiles is appreciated.

Wishing you all a luxurious holiday filled with love, joy, great food and wonderful company. Happy Thanksgiving from your friends at Beim Orthodontics!

Montage At Beim Orthodontics | Photo Booth Fun

Our goal at Beim Orthodontics has always been to provide our patients with the absolute best experience when they visit our office. We love seeing our patients enjoy their time at our office, and strive to provide a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. As we continue to do this, we also like to stay up to date with today’s latest technologies. One of our high-tech additions to the office is our Montage touch screen display. Have you had the chance to use the Montage display yet? There are so many cool features that you can use next time you’re at Beim Orthodontics!

Check out some of the fun features of Montage, our patient friendly touch screen display system.

Educational

Montage has several educational videos to teach you more about orthodontic topics. You can learn useful information about treatments, appliance care, procedures, and more with the ScreenPlay orthodontic videos available.

Photo Booth

Montage has an interactive Photo Booth! Next time you’re in Beim Orthodontics, click the camera button to activate the camera booth and take fun pictures that you can share on your favorite social media sites!

Website, Facebook, & Reviews
On the Montage display screen, you can visit our website, social media, and read some of our raving reviews. Not only can you read our reviews, but on Montage you can actually post a review about your experience while you’re in the office.

There are many more features of Montage, so next time you come in for an appointment be sure to use the Montage touch screen display and enjoy all it can do. We want you to have fun with this display, so a future contest will be centered around the photo booth on Montage! Stay connected with us online to find out more about the upcoming contest.