Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but for those undergoing orthodontic treatment, it can also bring some challenges. Whether you are heading out on a short weekend trip or a long vacation, ensuring your braces, aligners or other orthodontic appliances remain in good condition is crucial for your ongoing treatment. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to best take care... read more »
Orthodontic treatment has made significant advances in recent years, offering a range of appliances to address various dental alignment issues. These tools not only aim to improve the aesthetic appeal of your smile but also contribute to better oral health. Let’s delve into some of the orthodontic appliances that our orthodontists might recommend to enhance your or your child's smile.... read more »
Mewing, facial restructuring and orthodontic treatment are concepts often discussed in the realm of facial aesthetics, oral health and structural alignment. Each of these approaches has its unique methodology, goals and scientific backing. Let’s dive into what they involve, their potential benefits and considerations to keep in mind. Mewing: A Controversial Yet Popular Practice Mewing is a technique popularized by... read more »
Invisalign ® clear braces are an orthodontic solution that utilizes an alignment tray system. Using a series of clear plastic aligners, Invisalign gradually shifts misaligned teeth into place using gentle pressure. For many years now, Invisalign has been the go-to adult orthodontic option, and we’re proud to be a premier provider for both Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. Shirck Orthodontics is... read more »
Now that your child is wearing braces, you want to make sure he or she is taking the best possible at-home care of them. Of course, as a parent, you likely already know all too well that children tend to cut corners when it comes to their oral health. However, brushing is as important as ever with braces, since bacteria... read more »
As a parent, ensuring the optimal oral health and development of your child is a top priority. One vital aspect of their well-being is their dental alignment and bite, which can significantly impact their overall oral health and self-esteem. Many parents wonder when the right time is to consult an orthodontist for their child. Surprisingly, the answer might be earlier... read more »
Most people likely wouldn’t think to associate the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with orthodontic treatments. However, having straight teeth is just as important to the rich and famous as it is to everyone else. In fact, probably even more so, and many celebrities have chosen to get braces as adults! While being in the spotlight may motivate the famous... read more »
Sometimes you need something more than just traditional braces when thinking about getting your teeth straightened. Having a customized treatment plan is not only important to our orthodontists, but it is also very important to the wellbeing of your smile, teeth and gums. So when you come in for your scheduled appointment with one of our skilled orthodontists, they will... read more »
At Shirck Orthodontics, Dr. Jeffrey Shirck prides himself on making a beautiful smile affordable. Dr. Shirk, along with Dr. Soorya Srinivasan and Betina Grehs-Porto, DDS is pleased to offer absolutely complimentary consultations, payments that fit anyone's budget, low down payments and zero interest financing. Our orthodontists also go a step further by being Premier Providers for most PPO Insurances, which... read more »
Want a straighter smile but can’t commit to numerous, frequent orthodontist visits? Interested in finding out how to improve your child’s developing smile? Want an orthodontic option that allows you to retain your professional image? Shirck Orthodontics offers all of this and more for children, teens, and adults in the Columbus area. Best of all, our competitive pricing and complimentary... read more »
