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A favorite sweater. A worn-in pair of sneakers. A reassuring hug. Ahhh… the things that give us comfort. Feeling comfortable just makes things better, right? That extends to transforming your smile. So what does Dr. Khanna and the Fresh Orthodontics team do to help achieve comfortable orthodontic treatment for our patients? From digital diagnostics to barely-there Ormco Spark™ Clear Aligners to a welcoming office space, we’ve got comfort covered. Let’s talk about it here! Orthodontic Technology Where Precision Meets Comfort As your Park Slope orthodontist, we harness the power of digital diagnostics and treatment planning to kick off your braces...

Dreaming about perfectly aligned, pearly white teeth? Modern dentistry can definitely transform a less-than-appealing smile into one that makes a great impression. Two popular options? Porcelain veneers and orthodontic treatments like braces or clear aligners. But how do these stack up against each other? How would you compare braces vs. veneers? You ask. We get these questions a lot from our patients at Fresh Orthodontics. To help you decide which is the best way for you to straighten your teeth, your Park Slope orthodontist in Brooklyn, Dr. Ankush Khanna, has the answers! First, What are Veneers? There are essentially two...

It’s a new year! And with that comes the perfect time for a renewed focus on your oral health. But why is great oral health so important? What benefits come from having A+ oral health, you ask? Well, here, Dr. Khanna and the team at Brooklyn’s Fresh Orthodontics offer seven compelling reasons to pay more attention to your oral health this year. 1. Oral Health Can Reflect Your Overall Health Consider your mouth like a crystal ball that reveals your body’s health — there’s a definite oral health-overall health connection. For example, your oral health can show signs of nutritional...

Looking to brush up on sustainability while brushing your pearly whites? You're in the right place for some tips and tricks on sustainable oral care! Dr. Ankush Khanna and the team at Fresh Orthodontics are all about incorporating eco-conscious choices into our Brooklyn, NY orthodontic practice and encouraging it for your oral health routine. After all, oral hygiene is something you do on the daily so there’s a great cumulative impact if you greenify. Here, your Park Slope orthodontist offers six ways to practice sustainable oral care and make a difference! 1. Swap Out Plastic Toothbrushes for Eco-Friendly Alternatives First...

So you just got your braces or clear aligners off and are now wearing a retainer. Gotta lock in and maintain that new, stellar smile, right? Yes, a retainer after braces or clear aligners like Invisalign® or Spark™ Clear Aligners is a must. But how long do you have to wear a retainer, you ask? How do retainers work anyway? And when can I stop wearing my retainer? To fully answer the question, “When can I stop wearing my retainer?” We have to talk about some retainer-wearing basics. So here, let’s first answer some of the most common questions we…

As a Brooklyn orthodontist, I use digital scanning and state-of-the-art software to create a custom treatment plan for every patient. My goal is to not only straighten the teeth, but to also achieve a strong, functional bite, facial balance, and better oral health.  Spark Clear Aligners help my team and I take it a step further. We can have the precise number of aligners you need printed, and they’re fabricated for your smile and your smile only.  What are Spark Aligners? Spark Clear Aligners are removable, custom aligners made with an innovative aligner material called TruGEN™. The material delivers gentle,…

Will Clear Aligners or Braces Change My Face? When most people think about braces or clear aligner treatment, straighter teeth is what instantly comes to mind. While, yup, as a Brooklyn orthodontist straightening teeth is a big part of what I do, orthodontics goes beyond that. Treatment also focuses on creating a healthy bite (how the teeth in the upper and lower arches come together) and addressing any skeletal discrepancies, such as a narrow or too-small jaw. And to maximize health, function, and aesthetics, I design each patient’s smile to complement their facial features, while keeping the chewing muscles, temporomandibular…

  With work or school, hobbies, a social life and family, maybe you don’t think you have time for orthodontic treatment. I get it. When you’re busy, prioritizing your smile can sometimes fall on the back burner.  That’s why I designed my Park Slope practice to cater to busy NYC lifestyles. At Fresh Orthodontics, my team and I use the latest digital technology to streamline your care and create the smile you deserve. You’ll spend less time at the office and more time on the things that matter.  1. iTero® digital scanning for quick impressions  If you’ve ever had traditional…

  “Stand up straight.” “Stop slouching.” Parents and grandparents everywhere have been saying this to kids and teens for generations and, you know what, they were, and still are, right. But not just for the reasons you might think like avoiding spine trouble or looking attentive and confident. Your posture is also tied to your jaw and teeth.  A Misaligned Jaw May Affect Your Balance The spine is the pillar of your body and it’s surrounded by overlapping muscle systems and nerves. Because everything is connected to some degree, misalignment in one area of the body can cause misalignment in…

The lights, the cheer, the family gatherings…what’s not to love about the holidays? But before you dig into the candy canes or hit up the veggie platter, let’s talk about how to navigate the holidays with braces or clear aligners. In this post, I’ll be sharing some simple tips for enjoying the season, while keeping your appliance and holiday spirit intact.  1. Stay Strong in the Face of Tempting Treats  While most of your holiday favorites will still be on the menu, there are a few foods to avoid with braces. You’ll want to steer clear of anything really hard,…