More happy patients at Davis & Davis Orthodontics!

Midland orthodontists Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis love getting patient testimonials from current and former patients. In fact, here are a few reviews our office received recently. Please feel free to contribute your own thoughts about your treatment at Davis & Davis Orthodontics!

"Everything, but ultimately they appear to have the patient in mind." ~ Jennifer S.

"Very "kid friendly" atmosphere. My daughter was very nervous about seeing an orthodontist. After we left out consult visit she told me "I'm not even nervous anymore. I love it there!" The staff were very friendly and informative. Very up to date equipment." ~ Ian D.

"When I saw Lisa Davis for the first time for a minor adjustment, she didn't try to sell me an entire set of braces...she offered 'removable' braces and they worked great. I liked that she found an affordable, flexible option for me." ~ Roger Y.

"Dr. Dale Davis has done a wonderful job with Lauren!! Her teeth are beautiful and have remained so for a number of years. She still comes in when her retainers need adjusting, etc. and Dr. Dale Davis is always willing to help even after Lauren's braces have been removed several years ago!!" ~ Paul M.

"Office staff is by far the best of any health care professional office I've ever dealt with in terms of friendliness, helpfulness knowledge and efficiency." ~ Cynthia M.

Davis & Davis Orthodontics, supporting National Smile Month

It's June already! Where does the time go?

Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis are excited to tell you June marks National Smile Month, a great time to remind our patients to brush, floss, practice good nutrition at home (and over the summer) to avoid cavities and gum disease, among other dental health issues.

After all, there's more and more evidence that suggests folks with gum disease are more at risk for serious health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and strokes.

Here are a few easy steps you can improve your oral health at home:

* Brush at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Here's a helpful video showing you how to brush with your braces on.
* Floss everyday to clean between your teeth.
* Reduce your intake of sugary foods and drinks during treatment.
* Visit your dentist regularly (usually every six months apart).

If you have questions about any of the tips here, we encourage you to give us a call at 989.631.1334! We hope you had a relaxing Memorial Day weekend!

-- The team at Davis & Davis Orthodontics

Write a review of Davis & Davis Orthodontics!

We think that you will find our Midland office to be very accommodating and relaxing. Our expert orthodontists and talented staff are very much a team and maintain a very cooperative spirit among doctors, staff, patients, and our patients' families. We are devoted to support in achieving the ultimate in clinical results for our patients while making certain that each find their orthodontic experience to be enjoyable and rewarding.

Whether you have visited Davis & Davis Orthodontics for a week or for years, we'd love to hear your feedback about your experience with us! Now with the Internet, it’s even easier to write your thoughts and share them with the world. We'd want to encourage you to write a review of us. It only takes a moment!

You may write a review here.

Thank you and have a great weekend! We look forward to reading your reviews!!

Davis & Davis Orthodontics at the AAO Annual Session

To better serve Midland and surrounding communities, Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis are committed to to staying at the forefront of the field of orthodontics and accomplish this by attending continuing education courses and conferences all over the country. This past weekend, we were in Washington D.C. attending the 110th AAO Annual Session, an educational event that is one of the largest orthodontic conventions in the world - and one that allows Drs. Dale and Lisa to consult with orthodontists and dental experts from around the country and stay up-to-date on all the latest technologies and orthodontic treatment options available. This, in turn, allows us to give you, our wonderful phenomenal patients the best treatment experience possible.

Both Drs. Dale and Lisa are proud members of the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontists, the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontics, the Saginaw Valley District Dental Society, the Michigan Dental Association and the Midland County Dental Society.

Isn't it nice to know you have a complete dental experts taking care of your perfecting your smile?

Check out our welcome video!

Have you seen the Davis & Davis Orthodontics welcome video? The video - just 1:12 long - discusses the treatments offered by Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis. It's pretty much everything you need to know about us in just over a minute! We are working on getting more videos to our YouTube channel, but for now enjoy this video!

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, Drs. Dale and Lisa would love to have you in for a FREE consultation. Please give us a call at 989.631.1334 to set one up!

Ask Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis: What can I expect during the consultation?

What a great question! When you first come in for your initial consultation at Davis & Davis Orthodontics, our staff and doctors will conduct a comprehensive examination to assess your oral health. This will better enable us to determine the best treatment method for you.

At your following appointment, Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis will discuss your orthodontic options with you. Our staff feels it’s important to take the time to carefully examine your diagnostic records after your consultation so that Drs. Dale and Lisa can more thoroughly prepare for your treatment. We also ask that if you are seeking orthodontic treatment for your child, that both you and your child attend the consultation. Give us a call at 989.631.1334 today and schedule a consultation! We look forward to hearing from you!

What do you love about Davis & Davis Orthodontics?

From your very first visit to Davis & Davis Orthodontics, our professional team strives to provide you superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis? Did our talented staff go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your new smile?

Our expert orthodontists and staff are very much a team and maintain a very cooperative spirit among doctors, staff, patients and our patients' families. We are devoted to support in achieving the ultimate in clinical results for our patients while making certain that each find their orthodontic experience to be enjoyable and rewarding.

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting Davis & Davis Orthodontics for years, we’d love to hear your feedback. Or, you can tell us by giving us a call or posting on our Facebook page!

We hope to post a few reviews next week! Have a great weekend!!

This April, play it safe! From Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis

April, also known as National Facial Protection Month, is almost upon us, and for Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis and our team at Davis and Davis Orthodontics, that only means one thing: it’s once again time to remind our dear patients to protect their faces and pearly whites. Above is a helpful video from our friends at the AAO about staying safe on the ball field this spring.

We hope the above video helps. Protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. If you have any further questions about any of the tips offered in the video, please contact our staff. And remember to have fun and stay safe on the field this spring!

Tell Davis & Davis Orthodontics what’s on your mind!

You know how it works: Week after week, Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis, as well as our dedicated staff, write about topics related to orthodontics and your well-being. Well, this week, we thought we’d step back and ask you, our terrific patients: what’s on your mind? What would you like us to focus on our blog? What would you like to know about the exciting field of orthodontics? Perhaps there’s something you’ve wanted to ask Drs. Davis but couldn’t? Here’s your chance! Let us know by posting here on the blog or on our Facebook page!

Give us your best shot, and we’ll try to answer any question you may have!

Wishing you Happy St. Patty's Day, from Davis and Davis Orthodontics

Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis hope you remembered to dress in green when you stepped out the door this morning. Whether Irish or not, millions of people around the world celebrate St. Patrick's Day with toasts, parades and "the wearing of the green." Here are some fun facts about St. Patty’s Day our team knows you will enjoy:

• St. Patrick’s Day is observed on March 17th because that is the feast day of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It is also a worldwide celebration of Irish culture and history.

• The name “lephrechaun” has several origins. It could be from the Irish Gaelic word “leipreachan,” which means “a kind of aqueous sprite.” Or, it could be from “leath bhrogan,” which simply means “shoemaker.”

• Some American towns have Irish names. They include: Shamrock Lakes, Indiana; Shamrock, Oklahoma; Shamrock, Texas; Dublin, California and Dublin, Ohio and Mount Gay-Shamrock, West Virginia

• Despite what you may have heard, St. Patrick never banished snakes from Ireland. In fact, no snakes exist or ever existed in Ireland. Ireland is surrounded by icy ocean waters, much too cold to allow snakes to migrate from Britain or anywhere else.

• St. Patrick's Day was first celebrated in Boston, in 1737. Approximately 34 million Americans claim Irish ancestry. That’s almost nine times the population of Ireland, which has 4.1 million people.

This March, what are you up to? From Davis & Davis Orthodontics

It’s almost springtime. The daffodils and buttercups are on their way, fresh Rhubarb is ready to be picked, the birds are chirping, the sun is warming up and the smell of freshly-cut grass is wafting from a baseball field nearby. The team at Davis & Davis Orthodontics thought this would be a good time to ask: What are your plans for March?

Are you ready for spring? Are you participating in school sports this year? Do you have exciting plans? We’d love to know them all!

You may share your stories or plans with our team here, on our Facebook fan page or by giving us a call! Have a great weekend!

The importance of mouth guards, from Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis

Wouldn’t you believe it, it’s almost springtime! The spring months, however, bring an increase in outdoor activities and a greater chance of kids damaging their precious mouths and pearly whites. If you play sports, it's important that you consult Dr. Davis for special precautions. A protective mouth guard is advised for playing spring sports such as baseball and soccer. Be sure to avoid mouth guards that custom form to your teeth as these will resist any tooth movements we are trying to achieve.

In case of any accident involving the face, check your mouth and the appliances immediately. If teeth are loosened or the appliances damaged, please schedule an appointment with Davis & Davis Orthodontics. And don’t forget to ask us—Dr. Davis will provide a mouth guard for any patient in active treatment.

Only by using a mouth guard and other forms of facial protection can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries. Please give us a call if you have any questions about mouth guards or your treatment at Davis & Davis Orthodontics.

Orthodontic fun facts, from the team at Davis & Davis Orthodontics

Everyone loves facts. The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that our team at Davis and Davis Orthodontics thought you might enjoy. Have a great rest of the week!

• There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four are younger than 18.
• The first mechanical treatment for correcting irregular teeth was suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus (A.D 23-79).The American Association of Orthodontists is comprised of more than 12,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad.
• The time required to complete orthodontic treatment ranges from 12 to 36 months depending on the nature and severity of the problem.
• Of the 160,000 dentists in the United States and Canada, 8,000 are practicing orthodontists.
• The cement that attaches the braces to the teeth is now made with a special fluoride-releasing substance.
• Wires activated by body heat used in today's braces originally were developed by NASA for use in the space program.
• In addition to alleviating or preventing physical health problems, orthodontics can boost self-esteem as treatment aligns teeth, jaws and lips.
• Famous orthodontic patients include: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Hale Irwin, Cher, Diana Ross, Phyllis Diller, Chelsea Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Daisy Fuentes and Brandi.

Facebook Fan Page for Davis & Davis Orthodontics!

Did you know Davis & Davis Orthodontics is on Facebook? Our fan page provides you the latest news from Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis, our staff and our practice. We invite you to connect with us and be "in the loop" for all things Davis & Davis Orthodontics.

Become a "fan" today and have a great rest of the week! From Drs. Davis and the entire team at Davis & Davis Orthodontics!

As always, let us know if you have any questions by giving us a call!

Drs. Dale & Lisa Davis want to know: What do you love about our community?

Davis & Davis Orthodontics, located in Midland, and serving surrounding communities, is situated around some pretty unique neighborhoods. Each is special with its own personality, created by the people and places (and our wonderful patients) living within.

Today, Drs. Dale & Lisa Davis and our team thought we'd ask: What are your favorite things about Midland? Is there a local event you attend every year? Do you have a favorite eatery? Perhaps a favorite getaway here in Michigan?

Please feel free to share some information about your favorite local hang-outs in Midland, and everything you love best about “your neck of the woods.” And, who knows, we might post your response on our social networks!

What helps you relax at Davis & Davis Orthodontics?

Drs. Dale and Lisa Davis understand not everyone is excited to visit their orthodontist. But we strive to bring you the best and most comforting experience at each visit because we are devoted to making certain our patients find their orthodontic experience to be enjoyable and rewarding.

Today, we’d like to know: What is it about Davis & Davis Orthodontics that makes you comfortable or puts you at ease? Is it something about our pleasant environment or our friendly and professional staff? Let us know by posting here or by giving us a call!

Age 7 is the magic number for an orthodontic check-up, from Davis & Davis Orthodontics

Many parents assume they must wait until a child has all of his or her permanent teeth, only to find that treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Some orthodontic problems are easier to correct while the jaw is still growing. Consequently, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven.

What’s so great about age seven? Enough permanent teeth have arrived for an orthodontist to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites, and open bites can be detected.

Orthodontic evaluation at an early age provides one of two positive outcomes: For some, early identification or problems will lead to easier or shorter orthodontic treatment in the future. For others, a healthy prognosis will provide immediate peace of mind.

Early evaluation, of course, may signal a need for early treatment, Drs. Davis say. For some children, early treatment can prevent physical and emotional trauma. Aside from spurring on years of harmful teasing, misaligned teeth are also prone to injury and detrimental to good oral hygiene. So if your child is nearing age 7, give us a call at Davis & Davis Orthodontics to schedule an appointment.