The team at Shirck Orthodontics is made up of many different kinds of people, but we all share one thing in common: a passion for service. That’s why we all decided to get into the dental field! On a daily basis, it allows us to improve people’s lives and literally put a smile on their faces. Of course, we believe... read more »
https://youtu.be/BNSNHjOA1qA On this website, we end up talking about ourselves quite a bit…like a lot. So today, we decided to change things up and let someone who doesn’t work for our practice do the talking. Rajan found himself in the same position as a lot of other fathers—his daughter’s dentist said she needed braces. Fortunately for him, he’d known Dr.... read more »
young football player Every parent feels two emotions at the exact same time whenever they watch their child play sports. One, they are just so happy and excited to see their child being active and working together with their peers, and two, they’re always a little concerned for their safety. That’s just how parents work! This second feeling is especially... read more »
When your child decided to do band in school, you were overjoyed. They’re going to learn a skill they’ll be able to use for the rest of their life, plus they’ll get to meet and hang out with a large group of their peers who share the same interests. But then, your child’s dentist threw a wrench into the works:... read more »
You’ve probably seen people wearing braces your entire life, but from time to time, you may have spotted a larger, more complicated orthodontic device with thicker wires that extend outside of the mouth and go around the chin or back of the head. This type of appliance is generally referred to as “headgear,” and for many patients (almost always children),... read more »
On the surface, it sounds too good to be true. For adults looking to straighten their teeth, some businesses, or “clubs,” claim they can help you get everything you need through the mail without having to step foot in a dental office. You simply take impressions of your teeth, send them off, and a few weeks later, you receive a... read more »
Summer is the perfect time for your child to sit back, relax, sleep in, and…get braces? While visiting the orthodontist might not have been on your child’s “To Do” list this season, the summer months are actually the best time for them to start braces in Powell, and your child will actually appreciate it even if they resist at first.... read more »
Well, you knew this day was coming, but that doesn’t mean it was any less surprising: your child’s dentist has said they need braces, and the sooner they can start, the better. For many parents, this makes them instantly worry about finances, because while orthodontics is a worthy investment, it can still be a sizeable one. But thankfully, like 60%... read more »
After spending a few extra minutes in the mirror this morning, you discover an uncomfortable truth: your teeth have shifted. You’re starting to notice crowding that definitely wasn’t there before. This can happen to people even if they had braces as a child, but the question most have in this situation is simply, “Why?” Today, an orthodontist in Powell reveals... read more »
For many patients, one of the most exciting days of their lives is when their orthodontic treatment ends. Whether they’re getting braces off or taking out their last Invisalign tray, most can’t wait to see what their new smile looks like. You can imagine how deflated people must feel if they discover they have developed stained teeth during treatment. While... read more »
