At The Orthodontist & Co., we offer the latest technology, backed by laboratory & clinical research to make sure our patients receive the best results in the most efficient time.
Damon is the leading brand of passive-self-ligating braces system, where it uses a gate mechanism to hold the wire . This virtually eliminates the need for colored rubber bands and allows for a low friction and consistent force applied by the wire to the bracket over time. The result is a more efficient tooth movement with less discomfort, and can result in reduced visits and treatment time. At The Orthodontist & Co, we only use the latest braces technology for our Long Island City, Upper East Side, and New York City patients.
Clear braces is a great, more aesthetic option for our Long Island City and Upper East Side patients who are concerned about their appearance during treatment. The Damon Clear braces is made of ceramic material which allows the natural tooth color to be seen through without giving up any of the advantages of using the passive self-ligating system. Damon Clear offers advantages over traditional braces because it is tieless and provides fast tooth movement with clinically proven spectacular results.
Lingual braces are often considered the most aesthetic orthodontic treatment option. Lingual braces are fixed on the back side of your teeth. It is virtually impossible to tell that someone is in treatment when they smile. The lingual brackets are custom built for your teeth ensuring the best possible fit with a low profile to maximize comfort. Most patients that are a candidate for braces are also a good candidate for lingual braces.
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJD) is a condition of the jaw joints which creates jaw and bite alignment problems including osteoarthritis . The mandibular bone [lower jaw] is designed to slide and rotate to provide for range of motion when chewing and speaking. TMJD alters this range of motion and can result to pain, jaw locking, clicking and popping sounds.
Dr. Juson is highly trained to help fix and treat this condition. He has developed his own protocol in managing TMJD symptoms as they arise during and after orthodontic treatment. Please contact us for more details.
The Orthodontist & Co is not only focused on making beautiful teeth but we are also an airway-conscious practice. With the help of the iCAT FLX 3D machine in our Long Island City location, we are able to evaluate the presence of constricted airway which causes obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)* . Studies show that children under the age of 12 with OSA may experience impairment to their cognitive development and oftentimes misdiagnosed with ADHD. Some exhibit bed-wetting, mood swings and mouth breathing and grow to have poor quality of life . We care and that’s why we take pride in providing this complimentary service to our patients below the age of 12 in our LIC location.
*Research studies made available to you upon request
Dr. Juson is an Invisalign specialist. While many Invisalign cases are ‘approved’ after being sent directly from the company, this often doesn’t result in the best outcome for the patient. An Invisalign case is reverse engineered. Meaning, that through Invisalign’s software, your teeth are moved into their ideal position and then the aligners are manufactured from that ideal solution. It is extremely important that an Orthodontist takes the time to make sure the case is set up appropriately. Dr. Juson builds each Invisalign case by improving on what was sent from Invisalign using their software, adding his experience and clinical expertise.
Spark Aligners offer the latest and best aligner technology to give Dr. Juson and the Orthodontist & Co team more control and flexibility. The advanced aligner technology and TruGEN™ material enable more sustained force retention and better surface contact with the tooth. Spark Aligners are also potentially clearer, more comfortable, and stain less than the leading aligner brand. They have smoother, polished edges for enhanced patient comfort. Spark Aligners allow Dr. Juson to integrate CBCT scans into the aligner software and offer the ability to choose different aligner thickness for different cases which can lead to a more predictable and precise treatment. Spark Aligners can be a great alternative to Invisalign in many cases.
The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends that your child's first orthodontic visit occurs between the ages of 7 and 8 years old. In the vast majority of cases this is just a check to make sure that the child's permanent teeth and jaw are developing beneficially. In some cases, a problem with the child's growth and development can lead to interceptive treatment. Interceptive treatment can be in the child's best interest as it intercepts the developing problem early enough to steer the child's development in order to reduce the severity of the problem later in life. Interceptive treatment can often reduce future crowding and the need for potential surgery in their teen years.
At The Orthodontist & Co, we realize that some patients suffer from hypersensitive teeth and it is always our goal to make each and every patient of ours as comfortable as possible. For those patients with hyper sensitive teeth, we offer a potassium nitrate and fluoride gel to reduce sensitivity of teeth from tooth whitening, thermal and chemical changes, root exposure, and toothbrush abrasion. Its sustained-release potassium nitrate and fluoride formula provides immediate results to help our patients help alleviate have such a sensitive response to treatment.
At The Orthodontist & Co, we use the latest in cleaning technology. The beautifully designed air polishing hand-piece enables precise and gentle cleaning, optimal supra- and subgingival application - and is a joy to work. Allowing a more comfortable experience for our patients, all while most importantly applying a deeper, gentler clean!
For professional teeth whitening, we use a power whitener that is a chemically activated gel that provides brighter, whiter teeth after about an hour in the dental chair. The powerful 40% hydrogen peroxide gel is chemically activated supplemented with a light activator. This in-office treatment is longer lasting and a brighter whitening than one can get with an at home or over the counter whitener.
