Happy Halloween and Happy Birthday Delayne!

We are sure you are busy getting your costume ready and carving pumpkins for Halloween, but this Sunday, October 31st, is also Delayne's birthday. Happy birthday Delayne! We wish you all a happy, safe, and spooky Halloween!

October is National Orthodontic Health Month

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.

Many treats can cause havoc for trick-or-treaters who are going through orthodontic treatment, and these treats may cause damage that could prolong your treatment time. The AAO recommends patients avoid the following Halloween treats, or recipes with these ingredients:

• Caramel
• Nuts
• Popcorn (including un-popped kernels)
• Taffy
• Jelly beans
• Hard pretzels
• Licorice
• Bubblegum
• Taco chips
• Ice

If you happen to damage your braces, please give Dr. Goldknopf and our staff a call immediately. Typically, small problems can be solved over the phone. Loose brackets or wires can usually be made more comfortable by applying some wax until the you can come into our office.

Congratulations to our Monthly Hygiene Program Winner!

Each month, we award a winner for our hygiene program, designed to encourage patients to maintain strong oral hygiene habits while in orthodontic treatment. While daily brushing, flossing, and visits to your general dentist are always important, these habits are absolutely crucial during orthodontic treatment, especially with all the extra nooks and crannies that come with braces. Congratulations to our winner, and thank you for being such a great patient!

Guess Who Dressed the Pumpkin!

To get in the Halloween spirit, we are proud to announce our October contest- "Guess Who Dressed the Pumpkin"!

On your next visit to the office, guess which staff member dressed each of the pumpkins, and enter for a chance to win four tickets to the movies! Give us a call to learn more, or "like" us on Facebook to receive automatic updates!

-The Brace Place Orthodontics in Jacksonville Beach, FL