The 2010 holiday season is upon us, and our team at King Orthodontics would like to wish all our patients and their families the merriest of holidays and best wishes for the New Year. 
Folks with big smiles may actually live longer than those who don’t, according to a March 2010 study at Michigan’s Wayne State University. Drs. Earle and Bryan King have known for quite some time that positive emotion has been linked to both physical and mental health, but researchers at the university did something quite interesting: they looked at photos of 230 ball-players who began their careers in baseball prior to 1950 and studied their smile intensity (ranging from big smile, no smile or partial smile). The players' smile ratings were compared with data from deaths that occurred from 2006 through 2009. The researchers then took into account other factors that impact life longevity, including body mass index, career length and even college attendance.
Hey parents! Focusing on your kids' teeth and oral health so much that you're neglecting your own? If you've been thinking wistfully about having your own set of perfect teeth, our staff at King Orthodontics can help! We are specially trained to offer an adult-friendly option for straightening teeth called Invisalign.
Last week, we asked you, our wonderful patients, what you most liked about your experience at King Orthodontics. Well, we received some pretty great reviews, and thought we’d share a few with you today. Please feel free to contribute your own thoughts about our office! Drs. Bryan and Earle King and team love getting patient testimonials!
Our doctors and team at King Orthodontics are excited to announce that we are participating in the Country Cares for St. Jude radiothon program this year. All proceeds for the program support the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. There are collection containers at both our Wexford and Pittsburgh offices, and we encourage our patients to join us in supporting the life saving work of the children's hospital.
Are you brushing and flossing daily properly during your orthodontic treatment? If yes, that’s great! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every 3-to-6 months in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing (and visiting our office, of course). Regular dental checkups are important for maintaining good oral health, especially during orthodontic treatment.
Have you thanked a veteran lately? November 11 is Veterans Day - the perfect holiday for thanking and honoring our country’s military. In celebration of Veterans Day, Dr. Earle King and Dr. Bryan King and our team would like to share a few fun facts about our flag, this national holiday, and our country’s history!
Some people wonder why Pittsburgh and Wexford orthodontists Dr. Bryan King and Dr. Earle King and our team work tirelessly to give our patients straight teeth. Of course it’s nice to have a smile full of evenly aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth at King Orthodontics can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene, increasing your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime!
Trick-or-treat! In the spirit of October’s sweet and spooky holiday, Halloween, Dr. Bryan King and Dr. Earle King would like to remind all of our patients to be safe while celebrating. The American Association of Orthodontists has provided trick-or-treaters with some tips for a ghoulishly good time. 
Who’s afraid of “metal mouth” and the appearance of braces? Not adults, apparently. Recently, our staff at King Orthodontics read a fascinating statistic: the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996! Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong, healthy and perfectly-aligned, but perhaps another reason for the spike in adult braces is this: people want to look and feel great. In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, and at a time when evenly-aligned and sparkling teeth might be the difference between getting a job or a promotion, adults are choosing—wisely, we might add—to invest in orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment with Drs. Earle and Bryan King can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.
Everyone loves fun facts. They're just so fun! The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that Drs. Bryan and Earle King thought you might enjoy. 
In celebration of National Orthodontic Health Month, Drs. Earle and Bryan King would like to share a great braces-friendly Halloween recipe with all of our patients, courtesy of the American Association of Orthodontics, or AAO. This Spooktacular Pumpkin Cake is delicious, and provided that you remember to brush and floss after indulging, this treat will not cause damage to your beautiful smile.
Can you believe October is already upon us? October happens to be National Orthodontic Health Month, and this month-long event is organized by our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO.
Trust us when we say Drs. Bryan and Earle King and our staff know there are quite a few myths about orthodontics (and orthodontists) floating around these days. But before you buy into those myths, we think you should get the facts! Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists set the record straight (no pun intended) and have provided some information that sheds some light on the myths and facts of orthodontics. We encourage you to check them out today!
When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign treatment is so different than traditional braces. Well, there are more reasons to smile about Invisalign with King Orthodontics than you may know. Invisalign is a series of removable aligners that are nearly invisible, and besides straightening your teeth, can improve your oral health. 
Week after week, Drs. Earle and Bryan King and team blog about important topics pertinent to orthodontic treatment care and your well-being, including innovative orthodontic techniques we offer. This week, we thought we’d step back and ask you, our wonderful patients and readers: what’s on your mind? What would you like to know about the always-changing field of orthodontics? What would you like us to focus on our blog in the coming months? Perhaps there’s something you’ve wanted to ask us for a while now? Let us know by posting here or on our interactive Facebook page!
If you recently completed treatment at King Orthodontics, we’d like to congratulate you! Now that your braces have been removed, Drs. Bryan and Earle King will provide—or has provided you—with retainers. After braces are removed, teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers, however, always provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth in their corrected, ideal positions until the bones and gums adapt to the treatment changes. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed by Drs. Bryan and Earle King is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime.
Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to see Drs. Earle and Bryan King for a consultation, only to discover treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven?
From your very first visit to King Orthodontics our doctors and team strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. King Orthodontics is proud to be distinguished by Invisalign® as an extraordinary Premier Provider Elite practice in Wexford, PA and the Greater Pittsburgh area. Today we thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by Drs. Bryan or Earle King's work? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your new smile?
Dr. Earle and Dr. Bryan King were selected among Pittsburgh's Top Dentists (orthodontist specialty) by Pittsburgh Magazine. This award is voted on by dentists in the Pittsburgh area. This is the third year in a row that both of our doctors were selected. We would like to thank all our dental colleagues for their support of our practice. Thank you everyone!
Our team at King Orthodontics in Wexford and Pittsburgh, PA knows that summer is a time when folks sometimes put off visiting the dentist due to the nice weather and upcoming family vacations. However, there are plenty of great reasons why you shouldn't wait to see Drs. Bryan and Earle King today! 
Jessica grew up in North Hills, PA along with 2 brothers. She usually spends her free time with family and friends, but she also enjoys camping, hiking and fishing. Ms. Murko graduated from The Bradford School of Business Dental Assistant Program. As part of her training, Jessica completed her externship at our office.
Our goal at King Orthodontics is to make sure that every patient feels like a part of our family. That's why Drs. Earle and Bryan King sponsor the Northland Public Library Fundraiser, to reach out to surrounding communities and become involved in the lives of our patients. Here's a bit more information about this important community event:
Our team at King Orthodontics knows how important image can be for today's teens. Even the thought of having metal brackets and wires constantly attached to teeth may intensify the already-delicate confidence of many Wexford and Pittsburgh, PA teens. But... not to worry! There is now a clear alternative to traditional braces! The team at King Orthodontics thought we'd remind you that Invisalign Teen™ gives you a whole new way to wear braces for a "clearly" beautiful smile!
Drs. Earle and Bryan King and our team at King Orthodontics would like to welcome you, our amazing patients, to our new Pittsburgh, PA office. Our doctors, office staff, and orthodontic technicians know that visiting the orthodontist can often be an unnerving experience. But we strive to bring you the best and most comforting experience at each visit, which is why our offices use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. 
This Sunday, King Orthodontics will be celebrating Independence Day, a celebration of our nation's 234th birthday. For many, the 4th of July is a time to commemorate America's Declaration of Independence. It is also an opportunity for every American to pay homage to all of our soldiers, past, present and future- who lost their lives in battle- and the brave servicemen and women- who risk their lives to guarantee our freedoms.
Something big is happening in the orthodontics world, and it’s no other than Damon braces, which allow your teeth to move more comfortably and easily than traditional braces. With the Damon System, achieving that perfect smile will be faster and easier than you ever thought possible.
It’s June already! Where does the time go?
Many people know that Invisalign is a great solution to braces if you don't want to experience the look and feel of traditional metal braces. What few people know, though, is that just like traditional braces, Invisalign requires proper care to work effectively. Good oral hygiene is highly important, even when you are wearing something in your mouth that you can take out to eat with. It's still likely that your aligners can build up plaque if not treated properly. When wearing your Invisalign aligners, we wants you to ask yourself the following questions:
As a Board Certified Specialist in Orthodontics and a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Dr. Earle A. King’s commitment to ongoing training is just one of the reasons he is a leading provider of new technologies. In 2007, King Orthodontics was named the only Elite Provider of Invisalign® in the Greater Pittsburgh area.
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