One Size Does Not Fit All: Patients Know!

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

ROUND LAKE, IL-Traditional braces are usually discussed when a patient needs orthodontic care. In recent years, however, some orthodontists have encouraged the advantages of self-ligating braces, such as Damon braces.

According to the American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, self-ligating braces remain very similar to traditional braces following an extended clinical trial (American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 2013).

20 May

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May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month at iDentity Ortho

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

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Skokie, IL. – This is the time of year when outdoor activities start to pick up. National Physical Fitness and Sport month occurs in May, so we are celebrating being extra healthy. In addition to being more active, we are being more precautions about sports injuries.

12 April

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Dr. Stosich is Chicago’s expert in SureSmile Braces

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

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WILMETTE, Ill.- An independent study published in the World Journal of Orthodontics found that patients treated with the SureSmile system experienced a better quality outcome and less treatment time than patients treated with conventional braces.

16 March

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Nine Essential Food Guidelines For Orthodontic Patients

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

in Orthodontics

Nine Essential Food Guidelines For Orthodontic Patients

WILMETTE, Ill.– Your appetite doesn’t change when you receive braces or Invisalign, but your diet should. Most sticky, chewy and crunchy foods must be avoided during treatment. At Stosich Consulting, we understand adjusting your food choices to accommodate treatment can be challenging.

“You could say the dietary changes that come along with braces is the downside of orthodontics, but there doesn’t have to be a drastic change,” says Wilmette area orthodontist Dr. Michael Stosich. “By making a few simple tweaks, patients can still enjoy the foods they love and actually help facilitate their treatment.”

07 November

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Dr. Stosich Joins U. of Chicago Craniofacial Team

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

in Blog, Craniofacial Orthodontics

KENILWORTH AND GRAYSLAKE, ILLINOIS- In September, the University of Chicago Medical Center announced it appointed Dr. Michael Stosich, a Grayslake orthodontics specialist, as the lead orthodontist on its craniofacial services team.

He begins working with the team in the coming months.