While the amount of time each of our patients spends in braces varies according to the complexity of their case, the verdict is “one size fits all” when it comes to how long they wear a retainer. That’s because today, most orthodontists agree retainers must be worn for life to retain the results of orthodontic… Read More
If you’re considering braces for yourself or your child, you might also be thinking about the tools you’ll need to help keep teeth healthy while in treatment. One tool you don’t have to worry about when you’re our patient is a top-notch toothbrush. We participate in the OrthoEssentials program by Crest and Oral-B, and each… Read More
Did you know October is National Orthodontic Health Month? It may seem odd since we often associate this month with Halloween. Halloween makes us think about copious amounts of candy, and candy isn’t often associated with healthy teeth. But we think of National Orthodontic Health Month as a fun way to battle the sugary Halloween… Read More
There are more ways of bringing out a smile in a child than through the positive results of orthodontic treatment. We’re entering the time of year where we help kids smile in other ways, and you can help, too! We invite you to join us in the effort by participating in our annual Toys For Tots drive… Read More
The first day of fall is right around the corner and before you know it, Halloween will be here. That’s why we’re already hard at work planning our annual candy buy back, and we’re letting you know now so you can make plans to be part of the fun. Last year’s candy buy back generated… Read More
We all have passions and causes that are near and dear to our hearts. For Dr. Mark Bronsky, running is as much a passion as is helping children and adults better their health and outlook on life. That’s why we couldn’t be more excited to share an opportunity to support a cause that combines both… Read More
Teenagers are constantly taking pictures on their smart phones, and selfies have never been so popular. A growing number of those selfies include glimpses of Invisalign Teen aligners, which were introduced six years ago this month. NYC Invisalign Preferred Provider Dr. Mark Bronsky says patients often ask for this orthodontic treatment by name, because they love… Read More
At Bronsky Orthodontics, we are getting the “rock rolling” in this quarter’s campaign, which is focused on improving our patients’ dental hygiene by collaborating with the dental professionals with whom we work closely. Many people think it’s their dentist’s duty to clean their teeth, screen for problems and encourage good oral hygiene habits, while their… Read More
Times change, and so do approaches to orthodontic treatment. It once was common practice to wait until all of a child’s baby teeth had erupted to begin treatment. That often meant extracting some adult teeth if a child’s teeth were too crowded, or the jaws were deemed too small to provide adequate room. But that… Read More
When it comes to chewing gum while wearing braces, some orthodontists believe it’s not harmful, and even can be helpful. Alternately, others warn it can lead to decay, lengthened orthodontic treatment and an overall compromised end result to treatment. We’re the first to agree it’s a sticky situation, but we are firm in our stance. Our stance… Read More
