October 8th, 2013
Each year, we all get together at Dr. Betsy Meade's house to make homemade apple sauce for all of our referring dentists here in town! Not that we need to tell you (since you can see in the photos below), but this is such a fun event! We always have a blast, but most importantly, our yearly get together allows us to put a lot of love into a special "thank you" that we give to our area's great dentists!
We hope you enjoy the photos!
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October 4th, 2013
What does the month of October mean to you? For people in the northern hemisphere, October is when the weather starts to get a little chilly: heavy jackets might come out of storage and the summer clothing gets packed away. You might start making plans for the upcoming holidays or looking at the beautiful and changing autumn scenery. October means something a little different to Meade & Riolo Orthodontics because this is National Orthodontic Health Month. During October, orthodontic clinics all over the country work together to promote their services and inform the community about the important work we do.
National Orthodontic Health Month is an awareness campaign created cooperatively by orthodontists and other dental health professionals. During this month, we make a special effort to promote dental health and orthodontic health in particular. This is a great time to get your questions answered by dental professionals in your community and to learn more about exactly what an orthodontist can do for you and your family. Events held in connection with National Orthodontic Health Month are also an opportunity for us orthodontists to come out and meet community members. If you have never been to an orthodontist before, you might not know what to expect. Meeting one of us in person before your checkup is a great way to find out what kind of person you’ll be seeing during your appointment.
Meeting Dr. Betsy Meade in a relaxed “meet and greet” atmosphere can be especially helpful for any young orthodontic patients in your family. Kids of all ages–and their parents!–can feel anxiety about going to the dentist. Getting to know the person you have an appointment with can make the experience a lot less stressful for everyone. We don't want anyone to avoid seeing a dental professional for regular checkups just because they don't know who we are. Just meeting and talking with the orthodontist you'll be seeing may be enough to make you feel more comfortable about your upcoming appointment.
Dental health is something that affects everyone; healthy teeth and gums contribute to a healthy smile and a lifetime of comfort and well-being. Orthodontists are just one of the various dental practitioners you could visit at some point in your life, so taking a little time to learn who we are and what we do is certain to be a helpful experience. I look forward to seeing you and your family this October at our Ypsilanti, MI location!
September 27th, 2013
Most of our patients at Meade & Riolo Orthodontics will need to wear rubber bands at some point during their orthodontic treatment. The main reason our patients are instructed to wear rubber bands is to correct their bite. If your teeth are not fitting together properly, Dr. Betsy Meade and Dr. Christopher Riolo will recommend that rubber bands be used. Dr. Betsy Meade and Dr. Christopher Riolo may also recommend you using rubber bands if to close or open spaces.
Rubber bands are a critical part of your treatment, and wearing them as Dr. Betsy Meade and Dr. Christopher Riolo and our team recommend will help move your teeth into the desired position. Dr. Betsy Meade and Dr. Christopher Riolo may ask you to wear your rubber bands full time, meaning that they should only be taken out when you brush your teeth three times a day, and they should be replaced at this time to keep fresh ones working. Other times, you may be asked to only wear them part time, such as only during the day or only during sleep.
If you still have any questions about orthodontic rubber bands, we invite you to give us a call or ask us during your next adjustment appointment. Remember, wearing rubber bands as prescribed by Dr. Betsy Meade and Dr. Christopher Riolo is an important step during your treatment, and can reduce the time you have your braces on. If you lose your rubber bands or run out, stop by Ypsilanti, MI office and pick up more!
September 23rd, 2013
Don't for get about the latest office drawing from Dr. Betsy Meade and Meade Riolo Orthodontics! You could win all of these awesome gift cards!
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