20 February

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Teeth On the Move: All About Relapse & Retainers

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

KENILWORTH, Ill.- Plenty of former orthodontic patients are familiar with the unpleasant experience of squeezing on a retainer after neglecting to wear it for a week…maybe two. There’s a reason for the discomfort.

Our teeth are on the move. Many post-orthodontic patients fall victim to “orthodontic relapse,” a phenomenon that causes teeth to slowly shift out of alignment following treatment. Frustratingly, relapse calls for another round of orthodontics to correct. Tooth movement once braces are removed may involve a number of factors, ranging from genetics to habitual teeth grinding. That’s why retention is vital to enjoying a gorgeous smile that lasts a lifetime.

05 February

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Study Says Misaligned Teeth are the #1 Cause of Bulling

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

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Study Says Misaligned Teeth are the #1 Cause of Bulling

GRAYSLAKE, ILLINOIS- The unfortunate reality of bullying in America’s schools has drawn heavy media exposure lately. According to one recent study, kids with severely misaligned teeth are targeted most.

20 January

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How Orthodontics Helps Prevent Gum Disease

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Oral Care, Orthodontics

GRAYSLAKE, Ill.- Orthodontics can benefit many aspects of your smile, including periodontal health. Despite this fact, gums and orthodontic treatment seem to have a love/hate relationship.

A brief period in braces or Invisalign leaves patients more susceptible to gingivitis, yet the treatment’s outcome of aligned teeth reduces the likelihood of acquiring periodontal disease in the future.

10 January

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Dr. Stosich Shares Cover, Talks Tooth Movement in Orthodontic Practice US

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Blog, Orthodontics

KENILWORTH, ILLINOIS- Check out the latest issue of Orthodontic Practice US and you’ll see a familiar name on the cover. Dr. Michael Stosich lent his expertise in tooth movement to the magazine by writing an article for the November/December 2013 issue.

“Orthodontic Practice US asked me to write a piece discussing the biology of the jaw bone as teeth shift during orthodontic treatment,” says Wilmette area orthodontist Dr. Stosich. “They’re a well-respected publication for professionals in my field, so I was happy to contribute.”

24 December

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The Future of Adult Orthodontics Remains Bright

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Adult Orthodontics

The Future of Adult Orthodontics Remains Bright

GRAYSLAKE AND SKOKIE, ILLINOIS –National Orthodontic Health Month has come and gone, leaving behind an interesting survey about adults and orthodontic treatment.

The American Association of Orthodontists spearheaded the survey in October in honor of the month geared toward oral health awareness. Adults were asked questions such as whether they were too old for treatment and how they would look during treatment, particularly if they were undergoing treatment with traditional metal braces instead of a more aesthetic option such as Invisalign.

15 December

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Correcting Overjet Can Prevent Trauma & Improve Self-Esteem

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Orthodontics

Correcting Overjet Can Prevent Trauma & Improve Self-Esteem

GRAYSLAKE AND SKOKIE, ILLINOIS – Children who need orthodontic treatment require it for a variety of reasons. It can correct facial imbalances, make room for crowded teeth and widen palates, when necessary.

20 November

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From Science Fiction to Science – 3D Printing Could Change Complicated Orthodontic Cases

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Orthodontics

GRAYSLAKE, ILLINOIS – The power of 3D technology is becoming more widely used in orthodontic circles for fabricating appliances such as aligners and retainers.

But Grayslake and Skokie orthodontist Dr. Michael Stosich sees a day on the horizon when 3D printers will do far more for serious craniofacial orthodontic cases and patients stricken with cancers in the oral cavity.

10 November

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Orthodontic Treatment Can Help Prevent Tooth Trauma

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Orthodontics

Dr. Michael Stosich, a Kenilworth orthodontist warns parents to correct overjet in children to prevent trauma. GRAYSLAKE AND KENILWORTH, ILLINOIS – Our desire here at Stosich Consulting is for every child to have a healthy, beautiful smile composed of beautifully aligned teeth and a proper bite that promotes lifetime oral health.

If your child has significant overjet that goes uncorrected, a 2013 study shows – again – the likelihood of this being the case is slim without interceptive orthodontic treatment.

Overjet is the term used to describe the condition where the front teeth in the upper jaw advance well in front of the lower jaw’s front teeth, says Dr. Michael Stosich, a Grayslake and Kenilworth orthodontist. You probably have heard people use the term “buck teeth,” which is a common way of referring to overjet.

30 October

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Making the Case for Rapid Palatal Expansion

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Craniofacial Orthodontics

GRAYSLAKE AND KENILWORTH, ILLINOIS – The American Association of Orthodontists has promoted for years the idea of having children evaluated by an orthodontist by the time they reach age 7.

While no treatment is required at this age in many cases, identifying problems when they do exist in a growing child can be pivotal in terms of noninvasive solutions.

20 October

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Break Those Bad Habits

Posted by Michael S. Stosich, DMD, MS, MS

in Oral Care

Dr. Michael Stosich talks three unhealthy oral habits in children. While it may be cute to watch your little girl suck her thumb to soothe herself when she’s a baby, this habit becomes unhealthy if it is allowed to continue beyond about age 4.

Thumb sucking isn’t the only bad habit that needs breaking in young children. Finger sucking, mouth breathing and tongue thrusting all can usher in a plethora of future oral health complications if uncorrected.

We promote orthodontic evaluation by age 7 here at Stosich Consulting, and these unhealthy oral habits are part of the reason. All of these habits have the potential to cause malocclusions in children. Only by conducting a comprehensive evaluation can we determine if your child’s poor oral habits may lead to future complications.