Friday, December 27, 2013

Celebrities That Used to Wear Braces

They may be the very essence of perfection in our eyes, but even some of the most popular celebrities still needed a little bit of assistance from their friendly neighborhood orthodontists. Just because they live in million-dollar mansions, own their private planes and take a daily bath in their Olympic-sized pools doesn’t mean that they don’t think about their precious pearly whites. Most of them are even known for their Oscar and Grammy-winning smiles.

Niall Horan of One Direction

The most adorable boy band in history has one member that sported braces even while they were touring. Niall Horan recently had his braces removed, which caused a global swooning phenomenon last year. He was adorable with the braces, but he is still a welcome and admittedly gorgeous sight without them.

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Vote For Your Favorite Orthodontist: Orthoworks for Best Orthodontist in Pacifica


Orthoworks has been a veritable dental health care institution on the West Coast since 1983. Our goal has always been and always will be to provide the community with quality orthodontic services. Satisfied clients from all over have seen and experienced the meticulous care and treatment that our clinics have to offer.

Our mission is to provide our patients with beautiful and healthy smiles for both children and adults alike. With a renowned team of doctors and the best facilities, Orthoworks is dedicated to giving everyone extraordinary personal service that caters to every individual’s specific needs. We strive to give the best treatment in a friendly and caring environment that promotes a healthy professional relationship between patients and employees.

That is why we are calling out to all the members and loyal clients of Orthoworks to vote for us as the “BEST ORTHODONTIST” in Pacifica, California!

1. Voting is easy! You don’t have to do anything except follow these simple steps:

2. Go online and visit the website of the Pacifica Tribune.

3. Click on Take the survey: Best of Pacifica 2013-14. This is located on the top of the left column.

4. Use your personal email address in order to vote.

5. Vote in at least 15 categories in order for your Orthoworks ballot to count.

6. Every team member is allowed to vote once.

Orthoworks has won this award for two years in a row. This has signified your trust in us as your orthodontic partner. Let’s keep the tradition alive by getting our third win as the Best Orthodontist in Pacifica!

Vote now and fast! The contest ends at December 31, 2013. Voters need not be residents of Pacifica. Show your support so we can start the New Year as the Best Orthodontist in Pacifica. In the long run, you’ll sleep well knowing your teeth are in the hands of an award-winning orthodontic group.


OrthoWorks Invisalign and Orthodontic Group specializes in providing the best orthodontic care for your family as well as provide you with sturdy custom-made retainers that come in various colors and custom designs. Contact your nearest OrthoWorks office from this list of branches or call us at (650) 589-4563 to schedule your complimentary consultation appointment today!

Saturday, December 7, 2013

Why You Should Keep Wearing Retainers After You Get Your Braces Taken Out

Now that you have finally survived wearing your braces for a couple of years, it’s time to take out that trusty retainer and keep it in… until bedtime that is. Many people think that just because their teeth are now neat and straight, they can just forego retainers altogether. Some think it’s just a formality, but it isn’t. Yes, your dental appointments are farther apart now, which means that your orthodontist won’t be keeping tabs on your retainer use; but that only makes it more obvious that you are not taking very good care of your teeth. Do you want to know why it’s necessary to keep your retainers on? Let us explain what retainers are and why you should keep wearing them.

What is a Retainer?

A retainer is a small piece of plastic and metal that is molded to the contours of your upper hard palate and the inner surfaces of your teeth. No two retainers are alike even if they look similar. Most people who have worn braces are prescribed to wear retainers for a while after their braces are taken off.

Thursday, November 28, 2013

Orthoworks Wishes You a Healthy Holiday Promo

As the year 2013 winds down, we look back on this year’s achievements, and we here at Orthoworks are proud to be recognized as one of the top providers of orthodontic treatments in the world. This success could not have been possible without the help of you, our valued patrons and new clients. As a token of our appreciation and sincere gratitude, we would like to give back by offering you incredible savings on your next Orthoworks treatment!



For a limited time only, Orthworks will match our patient’s downpayment up to $1,000 (maximum) for full comprehensive treatments*. This means that for every dollar that you put down as a downpayment, Orthoworks will match that amount so you can get big discounts. Any $1000 payment will be worth $500! Isn’t that amazing? What’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday without a sale or two, right? That’s why Orthoworks is sealing the deal with this amazing discount. The promo even runs long after Christmas and New Year.


But wait, there’s more! We will add a Dental Whitening at Home kit* valued at $400 for free, so you can continue to maintain your pearly whites in the comfort of your own home.



At Orthoworks, we’re in it for the long haul. That’s why we want your teeth to be at their healthiest and best at all times.

This promo runs until January 10, 2014. Take advantage of our orthodontic treatments as soon as possible so you can receive these amazing freebies!

Orthoworks is one of the top oral health care providers in the West Coast. Our vision includes providing our clients with the best oral health procedures and treatments that we specialize in. Contact your nearest Orthoworks office from this list of branches or call us at (650) 589-4563 to schedule your appointment today! Let us help you get a jumpstart on those New Year’s resolutions with a bigger, brighter smile! 



*Only full orthodontic and Usual Customary Rate treatments like braces and Invisalign application.


Friday, November 22, 2013

Healthy Treats for Healthy Teeth: Food That’s Good For Your Teeth

What’s the one thing that all dentists hate as much as parents do? Cavities. What gives us cavities? Plaque. Now, where does plaque come from? We get it from the food we eat everyday. We have compiled from various sources a list of food items that are not only safe for your teeth, but healthy too! At Orthoworks, we all want what’s best for you and we would like to provide that by teaching you what food is good for your teeth!

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Why Your Child Should Get Braces

Braces are an essential part of dental health care, especially if one’s teeth tend to hinder daily living activities like eating properly. Some children might be experiencing pain due to jaw problems. One’s cosmetic appearance is also one of the most commonly cited reasons teenagers get braces. The list of reasons why your child should get braces goes on and on.

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Nanodiamonds Are Your Teeth’s Best Friend



Medicine has been improving at a very fast pace in this day and age. Research and development teams are working day and night to provide society with the latest innovations in making our lives healthier. 

Healthier lives include healthier teeth. Unexpected procedures and materials are now being used with a majority of these procedures showing positive results. One of these methods is using nanotechnology, or more specifically, nanodiamonds.

Saturday, October 26, 2013

Orthoworks Facebook Halloween Photo Contest

Halloween is almost here and Orthoworks want you to be part of our festivities! Starting on October 25, 2013, fans of Orthowork’s Facebook Fan Page will be eligible to win a boatload of prizes this coming Halloween! Just submit a photo to our fan page and you’ll have a chance to win the following prizes:

1. 4 AMC Movie Passes
2. A $25 Gift Card to California Pizza Kitchen
3. A $20 iTunes Gift Card


Photo Credit

It’s very simple. Just follow these simple steps:

1. Click this link and go to our Fan Page: Orthoworks, Braces and Invisalign

2. Click on ‘Like’ in order to become a fan.

3. Submit one (1) photo entry to its corresponding category. The categories are as follows:

a.      Kid’s Costume


b.      Pumpkin Carving


c.       Pet Costume



4. Once you’re photo is posted, tell all your Facebook friends to ‘Like’ your photo! The winner with the           most ‘Likes’ on their photo will get a chance to win the prizes mentioned above.

The photo with the most ‘Likes’ in each category will be declared the winner! There will be three (3) winners; one from each category. So, don’t hesitate to submit a photo for each category for a bigger chance at winning!

Voting starts now and it will end on Halloween, Thursday, October 31 at 11:59 PM. The Facebook ‘Likes’ will immediately be tabulated and succeeding ‘Likes’ will not be counted. The winner MUST BE a fan of Orthowork’s Facebook page in order to be eligible.

The winners will be announced on Friday, November 1. The prizes can be claimed at the Orthoworks, San Bruno Office at 883, Sneath Ln Ste 130, San Bruno, California. Call us at (650) 589-4563 for more information.


Get into the Halloween Spirit and prepare for the contest of the season! Everyone at Orthoworks wishes you a Happy Halloween!

Friday, October 25, 2013

Trick or Teeth! Halloween Candy That’s Safe for Kids

Dentists and orthodontists love Halloween as much as the next person. What they don’t love is the number of kids who get cavities after they finish off the mountains of candy they get after Halloween. But how can there be Halloween if the Trick or Treaters don’t get candy? It’s simple! Give the kids Halloween candy that is both delicious and healthy! Here are some tips to protect those tiny teeth during the Halloween season:
  

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

The World of Orthodontics

When people say Orthodontics, there is one thing that directly comes to mind: BRACES. It is a well-known fact that orthodontists provide braces as a primary service in their clinics, but have you ever wondered what other services they can provide? Are there any other benefits from getting a consult with your orthodontist?


Monday, August 19, 2013

It's Time to Plan for the OrthoWorks Pool Party!


The team here at OrthoWorks, your favorite San Francisco orthodontic offices, would like to announce to our patients and their families that our pool party is just around the corner! Our bay area orthodontists pride themselves on their quality Invisalign, clear braces and adult braces, but also on their backstroke, so we’re rounding up everyone from our San Jose office all the way up to our Hercules office!

We're hoping everyone can come out and join us for some great fun in the sun! We're extending this invitation to all our patients and their immediate family members.

Pool Party Details: 

When: 
Saturday, September 7th 2013
2pm to 5pm

Where: 
Prewett Water Park
4701 Lone Tree Way
Antioch, CA 94131


Your OrthoWorks team will be covering all costs associated with the pool party including admission, pizza, popcorn and sno-cones! There is a concession stand available at the water park if you wish to buy additional snacks or drinks.

This event is being sponsored by OrthoWorks, your leading Invisalign San Francisco provider, and is guaranteed to be loads of fun! Make sure to let us know if you're going to attend the pool party by sending Alisa an RSVP via email at Alisa@orthoworks.com or by giving her a call at (650) 589-4563.

When sending your RSVP by email, please provide us with the following information:


  • First and last name of patient 
  • Office location
  • Total number of people attending (immediate family only) 
  • Your email address 


We Can’t Wait to Celebrate!


The doctors and staff here at OrthoWorks, your local San Francisco orthodontist office, want to show
our patients and their families how much we appreciate them. It’s sure to be a blast and one that everyone will remember, so mark your calendars, send us your RSVPs and get ready to have tons of fun at our big pool party!


If you're interested in joining the OrthoWorks family, schedule an appointment with your local bay area orthodontic office:


San Francisco Offices:

Sutter Street Office - (415) 982-0990
Geary Boulevard Office - (415) 982-0990
Mission Street Office - (415) 333-8655

San Bruno Office - (650) 589-4563

Pacifica Office - (650) 589-4563

Atherton Office - (650) 589-4563

Milpitas Office - (408) 262-2282

San Jose Office - (408) 246-8686

Hercules Office - (510) 741-8808

Antioch Office - (925) 777-9922

Monday, August 12, 2013

Your Favorite San Francisco Orthodontic Offices Offer Damon & Damon Clear Braces


The friendly team of professionals at OrthoWorks, your local San Francisco orthodontic office is
proud to be a leading provider of Damon and Damon Clear braces. The Damon System is a revolutionary treatment option that delivers fast treatment times, fewer appointments and greater comfort & consistency to result in high quality results our patients want and deserve!

If you're interested in improving your smile in a fast and very efficient manner that will result in you having a broad, stunning and healthy smile, the Damon System may be ideal for you! Our orthodontic team is excited to offer the Damon System that's the very latest revolutionary treatment option available today. We've helped a countless number of patients improve their smiles with Damon braces and Damon Clear and we can do the same for you!

Advantages of Damon Braces over Traditional Braces
The Damon system consists of tie-less brackets that don't need to be tightened. This provides you with a comfortable treatment experience to move your teeth faster and with fewer needed adjustments. The Damon system is a clinically proven treatment method that aligns your teeth and enhances your facial aesthetics without the need for extractions or rapid palatal expanders, which are common with other types of brackets.

When you need to have healthy teeth removed when being fitted for traditional braces, the experience can be uncomfortable and unpleasant. In addition, your treatment will take longer and it can leave you with a narrower arch and a 'flat' profile. Damon smiles on the other hand are full, natural 10-tooth smiles that are achieved with lightweight, biologically sensible forces to improve the overall facial result of each patient.

Traditional braces are tied in with elastics, which cause friction and pressure to make treatment slower and less comfortable. But Damon braces use a slide mechanism to hold the wire, which allows the teeth to move more freely, quickly and comfortably.

Damon braces are discreet, comfortable and very easy to keep clean. The average time spent in Damon braces is significantly shorter than it is when traditional braces are worn. Plus, you'll go longer in between orthodontic appointments that translate into less time away from work or school. And, because the Damon brackets are smaller both in height and width, these braces are far less noticeable than traditional braces.

Why Patients Love Damon Clear
Many people don't wish to wear visible metal braces and with Damon system technology, they don't have to! Regular Damon braces are available in clear brackets called Damon Clear and they're ideal
for image-conscious patients.

Damon Clear feature advanced passive self-ligation technology that minimizes frictional resistance for more efficient tooth movement. When you're wearing comfortable Damon Clear braces, most people won't even realize that you're having your smile improved, as these braces are nearly invisible. Plus, these discreet braces are resistant to staining and discoloration throughout the treatment process to give you complete confidence when talking, smiling and laughing.

If you'd like to schedule an appointment with our San Francisco orthodontist office to find out if Damon braces or Damon Clear braces are right for you, please give us a call at 1-888-BRACES 2.


San Francisco Offices:
Sutter Street Office -
(415) 982-0990
Geary Boulevard Office -
(415) 982-0990
Mission Street Office-
(415) 333-8655

San Bruno Office -
(650) 589-4563

Pacifica Office -
(650) 589-4563

Atherton Office -
(650) 589-4563

Milpitas Office -
(408) 262-2282

San Jose Office -
(408) 246-8686

Hercules Office -
(510) 741-8808

Antioch Office -
(925) 777-9922

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

The OrthoWorks Facebook Promotion is Now Live!

The team at your leading local San Francisco Bay area orthodontic office is excited to announce that the OrthoWorks Facebook Promotion that is now live! This exciting promo is called “What I Love About My Ortho Smile” and it's an essay contest we encourage all of our patients to participate in.


The Grand Prize winner will receive two concert tickets to see 

 One Direction live!

In order to participate in the contest, you need to:

1) 'Like' our Facebook page.

2) Then just click on the "Essay Contest" tab wherein you'll be redirected to the official contest page.

About the Contest

Your official entry consists of writing a 200 word or less essay, telling us what you love most about your OrthoWorks smile. Your essay must address at least one of these topics:

  •     Explain the reasons you love your new smile
  •     Tell us about the things that make you smile
  •     Explain to us the reasons you are happy
  •     Explain how your smile makes you feel
  •     Explain how having your teeth corrected by OrthoWorks has changed your life

The contest runs from May 1st to July 15th at 5pm PST. The winners will be selected by fan voting so the essay with the most votes wins!

The Grand Prize is one pair of tickets to see One Direction in concert!

Your essay is your entry and it will go on our Facebook page, which means you should encourage your friends to vote for you! If your friends are not fans of the OrthoWorks, Braces & Invisalign Facebook page, encourage them to 'Like' our page so they can vote for your essay and get in on the chance of winning great prizes as well! That’s right, if they vote for you they can also get a chance to win Gift Cards and Movie Tickets!!

We're super excited to offer our patients, their friends and families this fun contest and we hope to generate a lot of buzz about it. So parents, be sure to inform your children, who are our patients, to get busy writing up their short essays so they have a chance to win something great which could be a pair of tickets to see the hit boy band sensation One Direction! And for all you young patients out there who have had orthodontic treatment or who are undergoing treatment now at OrthoWorks, submit your essays and then spread the word among your friends so you can collect enough 'Likes' to win!

Remember that even our Facebook fans that vote for their favorite essays have a chance to win some terrific gift cards or movie tickets! So tell everyone about our contest so they can get in on this great promo your OrthoWorks team is offering!

We look forward to reading your essays!!

www.OrthoWorks.com

San Francisco Offices:
Sutter Street Office - (415) 982-0990
Geary Boulevard Office - (415) 982-0990
Mission Street Office- (415) 333-8655

San Bruno Office - (650) 589-4563

Pacifica Office - (650) 589-4563

Atherton Office - (650) 589-4563

Milpitas Office - (408) 262-2282

San Jose Office - (408) 246-8686

Hercules Office - (510) 741-8808

Antioch Office - (925) 777-9922

Thursday, March 21, 2013

OrthoWorks Offers Sleep Apnea Treatment to San Francisco Patients


The team at OrthoWorks, your leading local San Francisco orthodontic office, continually strives to provide our patients of all ages with the best available care at an affordable price. We take great pride in utilizing the latest technological advances in orthodontics to help every member of your family achieve the perfect smile they want and need.

Introducing the TAP Snore Guard for Patients with Sleep Apnea or Snoring Problems

We are proud to announce that we offer the TAP Snore Guard for our patients who snore or have sleep apnea. This oral appliance works very well and is proven effective for over 90% of the sleep apnea patients who use it.

What is the TAP Snore Guard?
The Thornton Adjustable Positioner or TAP, is a simple patient-friendly treatment solution for sleep apnea and snoring. This appliance works by holding the lower jaw in a forward position so that the jaw doesn't fall open during the night and cause the airway to collapse. It maintains a clear airway to reduce snoring and improve breathing.

The TAP Snore Guard consists of an upper and lower tray that fits over the teeth. It fits comfortably in the mouth and provides room for the tongue and allows for the lips to close. A hook mechanism attached to the upper tray fits into a socket on the lower tray to position the lower jaw forward. This prevents the soft tissue of the throat from collapsing and obstructing the airway. The patient can adjust the device using the adjustment key until a comfortable and effective position is achieved.

TAP's design allows the wearer to fine-tune his or her treatment at home so that the best results can be achieved. The patient can manage the degree of lower jaw protrusion over as many nights as needed to achieve the optimal treatment position. There is just one point of central adjustment on the TAP for ease of use and to prevent bilateral adjustment that can result in an irregular bite and discomfort.

TAP is Highly Successful
The TAP appliance has over a 95% success rate. For a patient with sleep apnea or snoring, TAP can be the answer to finally being able to obtain snore-free and restful sleep. TAP can treat sleep apnea so effectively that the need for surgery, a mask or medication may be eliminated all together.

This appliance is recognized as the market leader in oral appliances for sleep apnea and snoring and is currently being prescribed by thousands of dentists and orthodontists the world over. It is also the most researched oral appliance on the market today with over 30 independent peer-reviewed published studies. A simple oral examination is necessary to determine if a patient can benefit from TAP.

TAP Benefits to Sleep Apnea Patients
Patients using TAP enjoy many benefits including:

  •  A comfortable, custom fit
  • Durable construction
  • Ease of use
  • Adjustable while worn
  •  Can be adjusted at home to achieve maximum results night after night
  •  Small size, less bulky than other oral appliances on the market
  •  Convenient for travel
  •  No straps or masks involved


How TAP was Developed
For over three decades, Dr. W. Keith Thornton, a third generation dentist from Dallas focused his practice on the treatment of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and was a leader in the use of splint therapy for the treatment of TMD pain. In 1994, using his knowledge and extensive background in TMD management, Dr. Thornton developed the Thornton Adjustable Positioner or TAP - a custom-made, patient-adjustable oral device that is designed to be worn while sleeping. Today, well over 100,000 TAP appliances have been sold the world over as this device is proven to improve the health and quality of life for people who suffer from sleep-disordered breathing.

How TAP Works
TAP is based on the same principle as CPR or cardiovascular resuscitation. The airway must be open to allow air to pass through the throat. A constricted or collapsed airway is what causes snoring and sleep apnea. The TAP appliance holds the lower jaw in a forward position so it cannot fall open during the night and cause a collapse of the airway. It maintains a clear airway to reduce snoring and improve breathing.

If you would like to find out if the TAP Snore Guard is for you, please schedule an appointment with one of our four San Francisco Bay area orthodontic offices. Feel free to call our office to set up your appointment time by calling us at 1-888-BRACES 2 (888-272-2372).

We look forward to helping you get a good night sleep!



Friday, January 25, 2013

The Orthoworks' “I HEART Bay Area Sports!” Contest


“I HEART Bay Area Sports!"


With the SF Giants' winning the World Series, 49ers in the Super Bowl, Warriors headed to the NBA playoffs (congrats David Lee, 1st Warrior All Star since 1997!!) & the SJ Sharks finally back on the ice, the Bay Area has a bad case of SPORTS FEVER! Don't worry, we've got a cure for that!

To celebrate our teams' successes and kick off the New Year, Orthoworks is launching our first contest of 2013, the "I HEART Bay Area Sports" Contest!

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, we thought it would be fun to have YOU, our friends and fans, show your LOVE for Bay Area sports! We're returning the love for you, our fans, by giving away tickets to Golden State Warriors & San Jose Sharks games, as well as gift cards for everyone's favorite Super Bowl meal - PIZZA!!

Want to join? Here are the details of our "I HEART Bay Area Sports" Contest:

Duration:  January 24 until close of business (5PM PST) on March 1

Prizes: Oh, the prizes you will see!
    1.  $25 Gift Cards for California Pizza Kitchen. Total number of $25 gift cards available = 5.
    2. Tickets to Golden State Warriors games. One (1) pair of Warriors’ tickets.
    3. Tickets to San Jose Sharks Games. One (1) pair of Sharks’ tickets.
      How to enter the contest:
      Why run one contest when you can run TWO?! Yes, you read that correctly - our "I HEART Bay Area Sports" contest is really two different contests running AT THE SAME TIME! How's that for team spirit?! Here is how to enter on Facebook AND Twitter!

      Contest #1: ”Pose, Post, Pizza!” only on Facebook

      To be entered into the random drawing, take a photo of yourself in your best 49ers fan look and post it on our FACEBOOK Fan Page http://facebook.com/Orthoworks for a chance to win one of the $25 gift cards to California Pizza Kitchen just in time for the Super Bowl! Have fun, but keep it wholesome! Five (5) of the most creative photos posted on Facebook will be selected at random. Deadline for entries is Friday, March 1, 2013 5pm PST. Winners will be announced March 2nd.


      Contest #2: “Tweet for Tickets”  only on Twitter

      To be entered into the random drawing, simply tell us on TWITTER why you love OrthoWorks for a chance to win one pair of tickets to either the Warriors or Sharks game! We will be randomly selecting 2 winners: 1 basketball fan and 1 hockey fan (1 pair of tickets per winner).

      To join, complete this tweet on Twitter:
      “I love @OrthoWorks because _____________.”
      The tweet must include #Tweet4TixH (if you’re a hockey fan) or #Tweet4TixB (if you’re a basketball fan) to be considered a valid entry. Deadline for entries is Friday, March 1 at 5 PST. Winners will be picked at random and announcement will be on March 2.

      Good Luck to all of our Sports Fans!! Go #NINERS!















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      Disclosure: This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook, and is designed solely for the use of patients and friends of Orthoworks. Entrants are providing information to Orthoworks and not to Facebook. Except where prohibited, participation in the promotion constitutes participant's consent to Orthoworks' use of participant's name, likeness, voice, opinions, biographical information, hometown and state, and any other submitted content or material for promotional purposes in any media without further payment or consideration.This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook.