We know a lot of people enjoy a hot brewed coffee or tea during their day. But what many do not know is that both coffee and tea are especially tough on your teeth, especially during orthodontic treatment, because tannic acid (the substance that makes the dark color) etches into the pits and grooves of tooth enamel, and can stain your pearly whites.
So, if you can not give up that morning cup of joe, what can you do? We suggest rinsing with a glass of water after every cup. If you enjoy iced coffee or tea, drink your beverage with a straw so that tannins do not make contact with your front upper and lower teeth. Even if you are not a big coffee drinker, we encourage you to swish some water at the end of each meal. Water, after all, helps neutralize acids left in your mouth after eating and also reduces cavity causing bacteria.
We hope this helps! Let us know if you have any questions!
Copyright 2012 Sesame Communications
Invisalign: As Easy as 1, 2, 3!
Looking to improve your smile, but eager to keep your treatment to yourself? Consider Invisalign, the invisible way to straighten teeth. The clear, custom aligners are removable, which makes for easy eating, brushing and flossing, and no disruption of your lifestyle. More significantly, you do not face the challenges of having brackets to contend with for the treatment period. More than 1.7 million people have chosen Invisalign in their quest for a healthy, appealing, and more confident smile. The process is simple:
1. We will Create a Custom Treatment Plan for You
First we will take impressions of your teeth. Based on their current position and their ideal end position, we wicreate a treatment plan that maps out the movement of your teeth with a series of Invisalign aligners.
2. Your Unique Set of Aligners Are Created
Using precision-computer mapping and design, a series of clear, removable aligners are custom-molded to fit your treatment plan. We will provide you with your aligners and precise instructions on how long each aligner is to be worn.
3. Wear Your Aligners to Guide Your Teeth into Place
Wear each set of aligners night and day for the prescribed time period, removing them only to eat, brush and floss. We will set regular check-ups to monitor your progress. While treatment duration varies, adult treatment typically takes a year, while for younger patients treatment is comparable to that of traditional braces.
Before you know it, you will see a straighter, healthier, and more confident smile in the mirror. To learn more about this exciting treatment at our practice, visit our website or give us a call and come in for a consultation!
Copyright 2012 Sesame Communications
The Clear Benefits of Invisalign
We know image is important. For many folks, the thought of having metal brackets and wires attached to their teeth for two or more years may be more than enough to delay orthodontic treatment, or reconsider it altogether. This is why Invisalign clear aligners can be a great option for improving the look of your smile.
We are experienced in using this technology to give our patients the straight, beautiful smile they have always wanted. Plus, because it is so convenient, Invisalign won’t interfere with your daily life.
Invisalign aligners are clear, discrete and effective at moving your teeth into their ideal positions.
You do not need to change your eating habits, because your aligners can be easily removed during meals.
Invisalign aligners are made of comfortable, smooth plastic, so you don’t have to worry about taking care of metal brackets.
Invisalign aligners make daily oral hygiene easier, reducing the risk of possible problems.
Invisalign treatment is covered by most insurance providers, just like traditional braces.
A straight smile makes you look great, but it also can help you keep the rest of your mouth healthy. Correctly-aligned teeth can decrease health issues that can be caused by an improper bite. Misaligned teeth can cause speech or chewing difficulties, jaw problems, gum disease and increased wear on the tooth enamel.
If you have been considering straightening your teeth but are apprehensive about wires and brackets getting in the way of your smile, Invisalign treatment may be a great option. If you have questions about Invisalign, or would like to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment at our office, please give us a call to schedule a consultation.
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Fitting Braces into Your Life
When you are wearing braces, there are a few things you will have to adjust to get the optimal results in the shortest amount of time.
EATING
When you have braces, there are a few types of foods that can damage your brackets and bend your wires, leading you to more appointments and longer treatment times. By simply avoiding sticky, chewy, crunchy, and hard foods, as well as foods like corn on the cob, your orthodontic experience will be smoother and will help prevent unnecessary emergency visits.
CLEANING
Maintaining a clean mouth takes focused attention, more so when you are undergoing orthodontic care. You will never believe the amount of food that can get lodged between your braces when you eat. Plaque buildup as a result of poor brushing and flossing habits can cause bad breath, or worse, tooth decay! It is so important to brush your teeth after every meal and floss every day. It may seem like a hassle, but it will all be worth it in the end!
SPORTS
Protecting your smile if you play sports is essential when you have braces, and mouthguards are an ideal solution to protecting your teeth and gums from injury. Some mouthguards work better than others when you are wearing braces, so check with our team first. We can advise you on the right mouthguard if you plan on participating in any kind of contact sport.
Following these tips throughout your treatment will help ensure you get the results you want from your treatment in a timely manner. If you have any questions, please give our office a call. We are here to help!
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Are Braces Right for Me?
According to Preferred Consumer, it’s estimated that 50 percent of people have teeth that are crooked, not aligned properly, or irregular. Fortunately, modern orthodontics has advanced to the point where corrective devices, such as braces and retainers, are less obvious, more comfortable, and can be worn for shorter periods of time.
So, with that being said, how do you know if braces are right for you? Here are some things to keep in mind when deciding whether or not braces could be in your future:
CROOKED TEETH
As children grow, so do their teeth. And more often than not, certain teeth will grow in crooked. This isn’t uncommon, as the majority of children will require some sort of teeth correction, whether that’s braces or retainers. Retainers are custom-made devices that either work to hold teeth in place or correct tooth alignment. They’re often worn all day, aside from meals, at the start of the treatment period and then eventually are rolled back so they’re just worn at night. Braces on the other hand are worn for at least a year and work to help straighten or position teeth.
OVERBITE or UNDERBITE?
The other main oral issue that orthodontics helps correct is uneven alignment, such as an underbite or an overbite. You might hear us refer to this as a “malocclusion,” which means “bad bite.” Braces can help rearrange your alignment so an overbite or underbite is less of a problem. Typically after the braces come off for this sort of treatment, patients need to wear a retainer to finish the treatment.
While braces are typically associated with dental issues in children, more adults are wearing the devices as well. According to USA Today, about one in every five braces wearers are adults; a sign that it’s never too late to correct any oral issues. Part of this trend is due to significant technological advancements in orthodontics. For instance, new braces feel much better and come in a variety of styles – including clear – so they’re far less obvious. Plus, the wires on braces are now made from advanced metals, which are stronger and lighter, so they get the job done much more efficiently. With so many people wearing braces these days (according to the Pennsylvania Dental Association, about four million people in the US wear braces at any given time and many more have worn them at some time in their lives), nicknames like “metal mouth” and “brace face” are almost a thing of the past. Technology has also advanced to the point some orthodontic treatment will not require braces at all. The entire treatment can be successfully achieved by wearing clear aligners over your teeth, removing them for meals. This prevents any discomfort that may be associated with traditional braces. What’s more, insurance plans are increasingly covering orthodontic treatment, making braces a much more feasible option for families on a budget.
When weighing whether or not braces or aligners are in your future, it’s important to study all of your options about the categories of braces and other treatments. Also be sure to contact your insurance provider to see what is covered and what will have to be paid out of pocket. It might take a few years of treatment, but braces can give you that winning smile for the rest of your life. Call our office with any questions you might have!
Copyright 2013 Sesame Communications
Dr Jacquie
Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling (also known as Dr Jacquie by her patients) has specialized in orthodontic treatment for a little over 10 years. During this time she has helped people live healthier and feel more confident by giving them straight, beautiful teeth allowing them to speak better, digest their food better and of course, look better. Dr. Jacquie was in the first group of orthodontists ever certified with Invisalign and it took place in New York City at the Grand Hyatt Hotel on 42nd Street.
Dr. Jacquie is known as a leader in the community by other dental health professionals as the top Invisalign orthodontic specialist in the NY area and as one of the top 10 Invisalign orthodontists in ALL of North America just a few of the many reasons she is chosen by so many local referring colleagues and residents. Dr Jacquie is a local native Long Islander and loves practicing orthodontics in Woodbury, not far from where she grew up. Dr. Jacquie completed her DMD and orthodontic residency at Boston University where she also became the youngest and first female Director of the Pre – doctoral Orthodontic Department and, she holds several national and international patents in the medical field.
Dr. Jacquie is a Super Elite Invisalign provider,which at Align Technologies, Inc. (the parent company of Invisalign) is reserved for the top 1% of overall Invisalign providers in the world, and results in treating the most difficult patient cases. Did you know if one patient went to 5 different orthodontists, they would end up with 5 different smile designs? Orthodontics is where science and art meet. It is like going to 5 different plastic surgeons for a rhinoplasty or nose job. A patient can end up with 5 different shaped noses. Out of 55,000 Invisalign providers in North America, there are less than 25 doctors that are part of Invisalign s Faculty Bureau of which Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling is not only a faculty member, but also a professor certifying and teaching the advanced course of Invisalign to dentists around the world. Some of her favorite places have been BuenosAires, Hong Kong, Singapore, Italy, Ireland, Israel and Hawaii.
For the past decade, Dr. Jacquie s patients have trusted her to help them achieve the smiles they have always wanted. And now, with the launch of JustMelt, she and her team of renowned beauty experts are available to help patients achieve all of their aesthetic goals.
Whitening your teeth
Dr. Jacquie Fulop-Goodling ( also known to her patients as Dr. Jacquie Smiles ) is the insider tip for Broadway actors and actresses, as well as television and screen actors, from stars to weathermen, for getting the whitest teeth possible. And YES, that is important! Whether you want a brilliant career on stage, or a promotion at the office, or a better smile on your Christmas family picture, a beautiful smile will indeed change your life.
So what are the different choices out there on the market for getting whiter teeth?
There are two possible choices under dental supervision: in the dentist s office or at home.
The do-it-yourself method includes Over-The-Counter toothpaste whiteners, strips, or paint-on gels.
Zoom! Whitening is an In-Office Whitening System with proprietary technology for those who need it done in one session and immediately. Individual supervision by the dentist assures you the maximum success.
If you have more time, you can do the same procedure over 4-6 weeks. Either at the dentist s office, or at home with a mouthguard, prepared for your individual mouth structure and whitening needs by your dentist. This is often preferred as it is less costly and just as successful.
An Over-The-Counter toothpaste usually yields a smaller success rate, but some people only need this. There is little risk involved, but no supervision, and no individual preparation.
The strips and paste-on gels are the generic pirates of the market, and should probably be avoided. No guarantees and costly repair work, should they not be the proper choice for your teeth.
Ask Dr. Fulop-Goodling at your next check-up to have the different plans explained to you.
See more about her here
Invisalign aligners are making braces an obsolete dinosaur
Over a half million patients have made the move from ordinary braces to Invisalign aligners and the number is growing every day!
Most Invisalign users ( especially kids) claim their biggest joy is the fact that the aligners are almost invisible. They are thrilled to know they will not be the target of mean jokes from their classmates. Plus they can take them out whenever they want to, so they can eat and drink with their friends with no embarrassment. Because there are no metal brackets, there is less irritation and not only the day-to-day aches and pains, but also the long, unending visit to the dentist while he adjusts the metal brackets without seeming to notice how much it hurts the kids.
No surprises, no embarrassment with ugly metal in the mouth, and no painful visits in the dentist’s chair even if you are using the best power wheelchair.
Parents like it because of the special preparation in the preview visit. The Invisalign dentist uses advanced computer technology to set up a series of customized clear appliances, or aligners for both upper and lower arches. No two patients have the same plan, and this individual process assures them that their kids are getting the best procedure for their specific mouth and jaw structure.
Invisalign not only controls the forces of the aligners on the teeth, but also the timing. Only certain teeth are allowed to move at each stage, and this is planned in advance so that the parents and the kids know what to expect.
About Dr. Jacquie Smiles
In September 2005, Dr. Fulop-Goodling, a.k.a. Dr. Jacquie Smiles, became Invisalign ’s National Spokesperson for a hygiene campaign.
has taught over 10,000 orthodontists, dentists, orthodontic residents, dental students and their teams in multiple areas of orthodontics throughout the world. She has lectured nationally and internationally from Hawaii to Japan.
Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling is one of the top 10 Invisalign doctors worldwide and has treated close to 2000 Invisalign patients, including Teens. Her practice offers four state-of-the-art locations in New York that cater to children, teens and adults. Her offices in Manhattan, Long Island and Monroe are all equipped with state-of-the-art computer imaging systems and digital radiographic equipment.
Orthodontist and Dentist
Combining modern technology with old fashioned service
Specializing in INVISALIGN
If you are looking for an Orthodontist in the New York City area, Dr. Jacquie Smiles, Orthodontist and Invisalign specialist should be on the top of your list. She and her staff of specialists, hygienists, dentists, Orthodontists and assistants are flourishing in three locations:
In New York City – 30 E 40th St tel. (212) 972-3522
In Woodbury – 40 Crossways Park Dr. tel. (516) 921-6010
In Monroe – 505 Route 208 tel. (845) 782-4288
INVISALIGN
These invisible, removable and comfortable aligners have made braces a thing of the past. With Invisalign, eating, drinking, brushing and flossing are no longer stressful and painful.
Each set of Aligners is used for approximately 2 weeks, moving your teeth about 0.25 millimeters. After 2 weeks, it is time for the next set of aligners week by week, your teeth move to the final position for that million dollar smile.
Inidividual appointments are set up with each person on an average, the total time lasts 9-15 months, with 18-30 check ups every 6 weeks compared to the much longer period for braces usually at least 2 years.
At your first visit to Dr. Jacquie s Invisalign, located in Long Island, you will have a 3-D computer imaging technology done, assuring that the plan that you receive is customized to you and your needs.
Using this 3-D technology, you actually see a virtual picture of what you will look like when you are finished. Your doctor will determine at each visit which teeth will be moved at which time – this individual treatment ensures the maximum improvement for you.
From pediatric to adolescent and adult orthodontics, Dr. Fulop-Goodling has been named one of the Top 10 specialists of all Orthodontists for Invisalign. Not only a successful Orthodontist, she has also assumed a professorship at the Boston University School of Dental Medicine, and became Director of the Pre-Doctoral Orthodontic Department. She is often invited to give lectures nationally and internationally. She will once again be one of the featured speakers at the Greater New York Dental Meeting this year, where orthodontists from around the world will learn the latest Invisalign techniques from her.
Although her locations are fit with the latest equipment in modern technology, you will be surprised at the personal service offered to each individual patient. This old-fashioned style of service is a breath of fresh air.
Visit Dr. Jacquie Smile s Invisalign in NYC, in Long Island. You can be treated in a private area, or maybe your kids want to be treated in a bigger room, sitting right next to their friends, connected to the Internet, of course!
Greater New York Dental Meeting highlight speaker returning again
Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling, D.M.D. an Invisalign Specialist, residing and practicing in New York, New York will once again be one of the featured speakers at the Greater New York Dental Meeting……
You can enroll for her course, to be held on Wed 8:30 12:30 and 1:30 4:30
Course Nr. 6010 with Limited Enrollment for U.S. and Canadian Dentists only.
Course participation limited to those who have already completed “Invisalign: Clear Essentials I “
Attendees must be active Invisalign providers.
(Course will be repeated on Mo.)
http://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/gnydm/programguide2012/#/132
For the 7th year in a row, Dr.Jacquie teaches the advanced invisalign course at the largest dental congress exposition in the United States – once more. The Greater New York Dental Meeting (GNYDM) is the largest healthcare and Dental event in the United States attracting 53,789 attendees from all 50 states and 132 countries which included 18,311 dentists in 2011.
In Dr. Jacquie s course ( for limited participants), the following subjects will be worked on in depth:
*using the treatment plan more effectively
*treat the most common cases in your practice
*manage cases during treatment
Dr. Fulop-Goodling has taught over 10,000 orthodontists, dentists, orthodontic residents, dental students and their teams in multiple areas of orthodontics throughout the world. She has lectured nationally and internationally from Hawaii to Japan. In March 2011, Dr. Jacquie had the great pleasure of lecturing at the Invisalign lab in Costa Rica where she spoke in front of a prestigious group of orthodontists who are recognized as the top Invisalign providers in the United States.
Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling is one of the top 10 Invisalign doctors worldwide and has treated close to 2000 Invisalign patients, including Teens. Her practice offers four state-of-the-art locations in New York that cater to children, teens and adults. Her offices in Manhattan, Long Island and Monroe are all equipped with state-of-the-art computer imaging systems and digital radiographic equipment.
Dr. Jacquie Orthodontist and Invisalign Specialist
Puts the Personal, back into Personal Hygiene.
When you think of words like Dentist, Orthodontist or Dental Surgeon, you immediately think of Personal Hygiene. So why is the Personal disappearing at Dental Centers around the USA? Every visit you have to explain your background to a different dentist, a different hygiene expert, a different assistant. If you have been there, done that, and hate it, you might consider going back to some of the old-fashioned ideas like:
individual attention
regular check-ups
historical knowledge, based on that important first exam
last, but not least, how about knowing your dentist s name?
At Dr, Jacquie Smiles, you meet the same qualified experts every visit, whether it is your orthodontist, hygiene advisor, financial assistant, specialist in child dental care, or the specialist in Invisalign.
Just because they have the latest equipment and technology does not mean they have forgotten what it means to get to know their patients. Parents are happily surprised to hear their kids say after a dentist appointment:
Dr. Sara was really nice – Araksya is a good dancer – Zelicy helped me get my iPod docked – Evelyn gave me a great recipe for pumpkin pie- and the list goes on and on and on.
The staff at Dr. Jacquie enjoys their work, and enjoys especially working with kids.
Dr. Josh says: one of the most rewarding aspects of his job is watching patients see their new smiles at the end of their treatment, when compared to their original photos, for the first time!
Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Gooding not only leads one of the best dental clinics in the NY area – three actually:
In New York City – 30 E 40th St tel. (212) 972-3522
In Woodbury – 40 Crossways Park Dr. tel. (516) 921-6010
In Monroe – 505 Route 208 tel. (845) 782-4288
but also is an international lecturer who is much in demand.
Orthodontics and Invisalign on Long Island
Are you looking for a top rated Invisalign Orthodontist in the Long Island area?
The dental offices of Dr. Jacquie Smiles are a one-stop clinic for you and your family for all of your orthodontics needs.
Expert cosmetic dentist Dr. Jacquie Smiles and her staff of invisalign specialists, hygienists, dentists, orthodontists and pediatric assistants have become one of the most popular and successful dental clinics in the Long Island, New York, and Nassau County areas. Dr. Jacquie’s office provides expert Invisalign and Orthodontics services in Woodbury!
Get your complimentary orthodontics appointment on Long Island, NY today by filling out our contact form or call us [drj_phone location=”woodbury”].
Dr. Jacquie is an Invisalign dental specialist in Woodbury, Long Island, NY.
These invisible, removable and comfortable aligners have made braces a thing of the past. With Invisalign, eating, drinking, brushing and flossing are no longer stressful and painful. Each set of Aligners is used for approximately 2 weeks, moving your teeth about 0.25 millimeters. After 2 weeks, it is time for the next set of aligners. Week by week, your teeth move to the final position for that million dollar smile.
Dr. Jacquie Smiles in Woodbury is an Invisalign Elite Premier Provider. She has been recognized as a top provider every year since 2003. In September 2005, Dr. Jacquie Smiles became Align Technology’s National Spokesperson for a hygiene campaign. In 2009, she became a Spokesperson for Invisalign Teen treatment which was featured on the Tyra Banks show in June.
Invisalign is a great product with a proven clinical record. However, your treatment is only as good as the dentist who provides it. For the best results, you need an expert in Invisalign orthodontistry techniques. Dr. Jacquie Smiles in Woodbury is a top Invisalign expert in Long Island — why go anywhere else!
Your First Orthodontist Visit to Our Woodbury, Long Island Offices
At your first visit to our Long Island dental office, you will have images of your teeth done by 3D computer imaging technology. This assures that the dental treatment plan Dr. Jacquie and her staff create for you is customized to you, your mouth, and your teeth.
Using this amazing 3D dental technology, you actually see a virtual picture of what you will look like when you are finished. Dr. Jacquie and staff will determine at each visit which teeth will be moved at which time. This individual treatment ensures the maximum improvement for you, with as little mouth pain as possible.
Expert TMD Orthodontistry in Long Island
Our Woodbury dental specialists at Dr. Jacquie Smiles are not only here help you to create a beautiful smile. We are also qualified to do extremely fine work on your jaw, a vital step in the fight against TMD troubles (Temporomandibular Joint Disorders).
At Dr. Jacquie Smiles Woodbury dental clinic, we are committed to not only your cosmetic dental improvements, but also your personal health and care in the fight against TMD. Whether the cause is stress or grinding your teeth, or a physical problem, such as premature arthritis or a necessary correction of the jaw, the orthodontic work and counselling Dr. Jacquie’s team of experts offers can help.
Dr. Jacqueline Fulop-Goodling: Expert Invisalign and Orthodontics Dentist in Long Island
From pediatric to adolescent and adult orthodontics, Dr. Fulop-Goodling has been named one of the Top 10 specialists of all Orthodontists in Long Island for Invisalign. Not only a successful Orthodontist, she has also assumed a professorship at the Boston University School of Dental Medicine, and became Director of the Pre Doctoral Orthodontic Department. She is often invited to give lectures nationally and internationally.
Get up your complimentary orthodontics appointment at our convenient Woodbury, Long Island location in Suffolk County by calling us at [drj_phone location=”woodbury”] or by filling out our convenient contact form to receive more information.
At your first visit to our Long Island dental office, you will have images of your teeth done by 3D computer imaging technology. This assures that the dental treatment plan Dr. Jacquie and her staff create for you is customized to you, your mouth, and your teeth.