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Check out Dylan, our Fall Orthodontic Month Contest Winner!!

  
  
  
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Check out our fall contest winner Dylan, he guessed the weight of the pumpkin to be 19.8 pounds and the actual weight was 19.9 pounds!!

Dr. Garvey quotes a recent article in “Mens Health” Magazine

  
  
  
Del Monte Peach Chunks in Heavy Syrup (1/2 cup)
23 g sugars,100 calories, 0 g fat

peaches can be healthy“Peaches aren't bona fide junk food; they are, after all, still fruit. But why manufacturers feel the need to can, package, and bottle nature's candy with excess sugar is a question we will never stop asking. In this case, the viscous sugar solution clings to the fruit like syrup to a pancake, soaking every bite with utterly unnecessary calories. “

Dr. Garvey says “Normal healthy bacteria found in our mouths digest these sugars and the by product is acid which causes decay and gum disease. If you must have refined corn syrup, which is found in most canned foods, at least eat it fast and rince or brush after. You might also need to exercise to burn the unnecessary sticky stuff calories. Corn is over produced largely because it is subsidized by our government.”

Our Top Referring Patient!!

  
  
  

Check out our top referring patient Grant, he has referred 6 new patients to our office!! Thank you so much for the confidence you have shown towards our office! A referral is the best compliment a patient can give our office.

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Check out our Back to School Contest Winner!!

  
  
  

Our patient Bryce guessed the number 672 in our back to school eraser contest and the correct amount of erasers in the jar was 675! Great job!! He won a $100 gift card to Brunswick Zone!!

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St. Charles Locally Grown Product by Dr. Garvey

  
  
  

Dr. Garvey St. Charles Produce

Dr. Garvey of Garvey Team Othodontics in St. Charles MO, shown here with pick of the morning 8-2-11. His produce is grown by himself, some of which is in part is grown from rare heirloom seeds Dr. Garvey has maintained over the years.

He now grows his produce at the land for sale up from the Garvey Team Orthodontics St. Charles MO office.  You can find the fresh produce at the Garvey Decor Consignment Store and also at the new Triple J's Produce Stand at 3659 North Hwy 94.    

Triple J Produce

Locally grown food is the best food for you and your teeth!  

Check out the Celebrities that had Braces!!!

  
  
  

-Cher

-Chelsea Clinton

-Cindy Crawford

-Daisy Fuentes

-Terrell Davis

-Brett Favre

-Cameron Diaz

-Dakota Fanning

-Tom Cruise

-Whoopi Goldberg

-Scott Hamilton

-Isaac Hanson

-Angie Harmon

-Ashley Judd

-Nancy Kerrigan

-Jason Kidd

-Heather Locklear

-Carl Lewis

-Mary Stuart Masterson

-Lila McCann

-Alyssa Milano

-Dominique Moceanu

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Choosing an Experienced Orthodontist for Invisalign is Important

  
  
  
Invisalign has become a very popular treatment option, among both teens and adults, for straightening teeth and correcting other dental problems, such as overbite and packed teeth.  The reasons for its popularity range from the practical (trays are removable, you can continue to eat whatever you want) to the cosmetic (trays are virtually invisible, no chunky metal braces).  But as with any orthodontic procedure, it is important that you choose an experienced, qualified orthodontist to design your Invisalign treatment.

Before you begin wearing your Invisalign trays, your orthodontist will design a plan specifically for you to meet your unique goals.  This plan may focus on straightening your teeth, improving tooth spacing, correcting an overbite or underbite, etc. Therefore it is crucial that the orthodontist you select has the knowledge and experience to develop your customized Invisalign plan.  Invisalign programs typically last for a few months to a year, and cost a fair amount of money, so you want to be sure that your orthodontist creates a plan that will be successful and achieve your desired results.    

Talk with your orthodontist before getting started with Invisalign.  Ask her/him what they recommend for your specific case.  How long do they anticipate you will be wearing the Invisalign trays?  Make sure that you feel comfortable with your orthodontist’s level of knowledge and experience before beginning your Invisalign treatment.

Invisalign is a great orthodontic option for many people, but to get that beautiful smile you are hoping for, it pays to do a little legwork before getting started.  An important part of this preparation is finding an experienced, knowledgeable orthodontist to help you.  Taking the time to do this beforehand will pay off, as you will have straighter teeth and a healthier smile for years to come.
Selecting an orthodonist in St. Charles and St. Peters is very important before you make the decision to get invisalign braces.

Summer Whitening Special at Garvey Team!!

  
  
  

Upper and Lower Custom Whitening Trays for $150!

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Report: Not Cleaning retainers can be harmful!!

  
  
  

Orthodontic retainers are a potential source of harmful microbes if not properly cleaned. They are recommending wearers to wash their hands thoroughly before and after inserting their retainers, proper dental hygiene, and proper cleaning of retainers with antibacterial mouthwash and denture cleaner!

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Check out our Spring Fever Contest Winner!

  
  
  

Our patient John Bonser won 2 tickets to the Cardinal game by guessing the amount of chocolate baseballs that were in a jar! He guessed the exact amount of 222! He picked this number because 2 is his favorite number and each of his family members has the number 2 in their birthday!!

 

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