What does the month of October mean to you? For people in the northern hemisphere, October is when the weather starts to get a little chilly: heavy jackets might come out of storage, and the summer clothing gets packed away. You might start making plans for the upcoming holidays or looking at the beautiful and changing autumn scenery. October means something a little different to our team at Marina Milstein Orthodontics because this is National Orthodontic Health Month. During October, orthodontic clinics all over the country work together to promote their services and inform the community about the important work we do.
Purpose and Activities of National Orthodontic Health Month
National Orthodontic Health Month is an awareness campaign created cooperatively by orthodontists and other dental health professionals. This month, we are making a special effort to promote dental and orthodontic health. This is a great time to get your questions answered by dental professionals in your community and to learn more about exactly what an orthodontist can do for you and your family. Events held in connection with National Orthodontic Health Month are also an opportunity for us orthodontists to come out and meet community members. If you have never been to an orthodontist before, you might not know what to expect. Meeting one of us before your checkup is a great way to find out what kind of person you’ll see during your appointment.
The Importance of Meeting Your Orthodontist
Meeting Dr. Marina Milstein in a relaxed “meet and greet” atmosphere can be especially helpful for young orthodontic patients in your family. Kids of all ages–and their parents!–can feel anxiety about going to the dentist. Getting to know the person you have an appointment with can make the experience much less stressful for everyone. We don’t want anyone to avoid seeing a dental professional for regular checkups because they don’t know who we are. Meeting and talking with the orthodontist you’ll be seeing may make you feel more comfortable about your upcoming appointment.
The Broader Impact of Dental Health
Dental health is something that affects everyone; healthy teeth and gums contribute to a healthy smile and a lifetime of comfort and well-being. Orthodontists are just one of the various dental practitioners you could visit at some point in your life, so taking a little time to learn who we are and what we do is certain to be a helpful experience. We look forward to seeing you and your family this October at our Granite Bay or Auburn location!
