Dr. White visits the AAO Annual Session in Honolulu

Patients at Braces By White can feel confident they are receiving the best in orthodontic health care. Dr. John White's goal is to provide the most up-to-date technology and techniques using the best equipment possible. He is devoted to continuing education and furthers his learning through reading, attending conferences and continuing education courses. One of those conferences includes the 2012 AAO Annual Session, where Dr. White will head in a couple of weeks.

The AAO Annual Session is an always-educational event that is also one of the largest orthodontic conventions in the world. It's also a time for Dr. White to consult with dental experts and orthodontists from around the country and stay up-to-date on all the latest technologies and orthodontic treatment options available. This, of course, allows Dr. White to give you, our phenomenal patients, the best treatment experience possible.

Isn't it nice to know you have a complete dental expert in Dr. White taking care of your perfecting your smile?

If you're considering orthodontic treatment, please contact our Northfield Center or Hudson, OH orthodontic offices. Your initial consultation is complimentary, and includes a free dental CAT scan. We look forward to working with you, and your wonderful smile!

Myths about braces, explained

There are quite a few myths about orthodontics circulating around. But before you buy into those myths, you should get the facts! We came across a great site that helps set the record straight. Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists have some excellent information on the myths and facts of orthodontists, check them out today!

Hope this helps. Please let us know if you have any questions during your next visit with Dr. White or on our Facebook page!

--Dr. White

Dr. White at the 111th AAO Annual Session in Chicago

Patients at Braces by Whiite can feel confident they are receiving the best in orthodontic health care. Dr. John C. White's goal is to provide the most up-to-date technology and techniques using the best equipment possible. He is devoted to continuing education and furthers his learning through reading, attending conferences and continuing education courses. One of those conferences includes the 2011 AAO Annual Session in Chicago, where Dr. White is spending this weekend.

The AAO Annual Session is an always-educational event that is also one of the largest orthodontic conventions in the world. It’s also a time for Dr. White to consult with dental experts and orthodontists from around the country and stay up-to-date on all the latest technologies and orthodontic treatment options available. This, of course, allows Dr. White to give you, our wonderful patients at Braces by White, the best treatment experience possible.

If you’ve got an appointment for an adjustment or consultation scheduled with us soon, we invite you to ask Dr. White about his Chicago trip, including what he learned and how continuing education and acquisition of new technology helps us treat you more effectively!

Dr. White visits the 2010 Invisalign Summit

Patients of Dr. John C. White can feel confident they are receiving the best in orthodontic health care. Dr. White’s goal is to provide the most up-to-date technology and techniques using the best equipment possible. He is devoted to continuing education and furthers his learning through reading, attending conferences and continuing education courses. One of those conferences includes the 2010 Invisalign Summit in Las Vegas, where Dr. White headed this weekend.

The Summit is an always-educational event that is also one of the most important orthodontic conventions in the world. It's also a time for Dr. White to consult with dental experts and orthodontists from around the country and stay up-to-date on all the latest technologies and orthodontic treatment options available. This, of course, allows Dr. White to give you, our phenomenal patients, the best treatment experience possible.

Besides being a proud member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Dr. White is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Board of Orthodontics. If you've got an appointment scheduled with Dr. White soon, he encourages you to ask him about his perspectives on the AAO Annual Session, including what he learned and how continuing education and acquisition of new technology helps him treat you more effectively.

Isn't it nice to know you have a complete dental expert in Dr. White taking care of your perfecting your smile?

At Braces by White, October is National Orthodontic Health Month!

For those who don't know, October marks National Orthodontic Health Month. Our friends at the AAO put together a helpful website that provides important information on protecting your braces, including tips for trick-or-treaters, braces-friendly recipes, facts about braces and treats you should avoid while undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Dr. John White and our staff also recommend you check out the AAO’s website. If you have any follow-up questions about keeping your braces in tip-top shape, please feel free to give us a call, ask us on Facebook or ask Dr. White during your visit at our office in Northfield Center or Hudson!

Have a great rest of the week!

Dr. White at the AAO Annual Session in D.C.!

At the orthodontic practice of Dr. John White, our greatest goal is to help you achieve a healthier, happier, more confident smile. Dr. White has more than 30 years of experience in orthodontics as a student, teacher, and practitioner. He is a lifelong learner, having spent time as a student, practitioner, and teacher to acquire and share the knowledge, skills, and judgment that directly benefit you, a member of his patient family.

One of the ways Dr. White provides a "complete" orthodontic treatment experience for his patients is by attending important seminars and conferences. One of those important gatherings -- the American Association of Orthodontists' Annual Session in Washington D.C this past weekend -- allows Dr. White to consult with and learn from some of the top orthodontic and dental minds in North America.

The AAO Annual Session is always an educational event that is one of the largest orthodontic conventions in the world - and one that allows Dr. White to stay up-to-date on all the latest technologies and orthodontic treatment options available. This, in turn, allows him to give you, our wonderful patients, the best treatment experience possible.

Besides being a proud member of the AAO, Dr. White is a member of the American Dental Association and the American Board of Orthodontics. If you've got an appointment scheduled with Dr. White soon, he encourages you to ask him about his perspectives on the AAO Annual Session, including what he learned and how continuing education and acquisition of new technology helps him treat you more effectively.

Fun facts with Dr. John C. White

Who loves fun facts? Most people. Who loves orthodontic facts? Everyone. The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that Dr. John C. White and the staff at Braces by White thought you might enjoy. Have a terrific weekend!

• 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.

• Famous orthodontic patients include: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Hale Irwin, Cher, Diana Ross, Phyllis Diller, Chelsea Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Daisy Fuentes and Brandi.